Ignaz Moscheles
Czech pianist and composer
Born
May 23rd, 1794
231 years ago
Died
1870
155 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Czech Republic
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Born in Prague, a prominent pianist and composer emerged, significantly contributing to the Romantic music era. Studied under notable mentors and became associated with composers such as Beethoven and Mendelssohn. Conducted a successful career in both performance and instruction, fostering the appreciation of piano music and composition.
Performed as a pianist across Europe
Composed numerous piano works and concertos
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