Franz Xaver Richter
Czech composer and conductor
Born
December 1st, 1709
315 years ago
Died
1789
236 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Czech Republic
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Born in 1709, a prominent Czech composer, violinist, and conductor contributed significantly to the music of the late Baroque and early Classical periods. He studied under leading musical figures and worked in prestigious courts across Europe. His compositions included symphonies, chamber music, and church music. Richter served as a conductor at several notable institutions, influencing the development of orchestral music.
Composed over 100 symphonies
Served as court conductor in Mannheim
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