Max Reger
German composer and conductor
Born
March 19th, 1873
152 years ago
Died
1916
109 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A prominent composer and conductor emerged in Germany during the late Romantic period. Contributions to the world of classical music include works for organ, orchestra, and chamber ensembles. Establishment of a distinct style blended traditional harmonic language with innovative techniques. Held positions at various musical institutions, influencing the development of sacred and secular music. Reger's compositions remain significant in concert repertoires today.
composed over 200 works for piano
contributed significantly to organ music
served as a conductor for major orchestras
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