Josef Mysliveček

Czech composer of classical music

Josef Mysliveček - Czech composer of classical music
Born

March 9th, 1737
288 years ago

Died

February 4th, 1781
244 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Czech Republic

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Born in Prague, this composer contributed significantly to the Classical music era. Primarily associated with operas and symphonies, works often showcased melodic creativity and harmonic innovation. Studied under various influential instructors and traveled extensively across Europe, particularly in Italy, where the music scene greatly influenced the composer's style. His operas were performed in prominent theaters and gained recognition for their emotional depth and lyrical beauty. Left behind a notable legacy of compositions that continued to influence later generations of musicians and composers.

Composed over 25 operas, including 'Il Bellerofonte'

Wrote numerous symphonies and chamber works

Contributed to the development of opera in Prague and Italy

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