Friedrich Baumfelder

German pianist and conductor

Friedrich Baumfelder - German pianist and conductor
Born

May 28th, 1836
189 years ago

Died

September 8th, 1916
109 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in 1836, this individual gained recognition as a pianist, composer, and conductor in the 19th century. Primarily active in Germany, this musician's work included compositions for piano and choral repertoire. He served as a conductor for various orchestras, contributing to the performance of classical music. In addition to conducting, he composed several works that were published and widely performed, solidifying his role in the classical music scene of the time.

Published numerous piano compositions

Conducted various orchestras in Germany

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