Rodolphe Kreutzer

Violinist and composer; Kreutzer Sonata

Rodolphe Kreutzer - Violinist and composer; Kreutzer Sonata
Born

1766
259 years ago

Died

January 6th, 1831
194 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A prominent violinist, composer, and conductor, contributed significantly to the classical music repertoire in the early 19th century. Best remembered for the 'Kreutzer Sonata' composed by Ludwig van Beethoven, which is a staple in violin performance. Served as a violinist at the Paris Opera for many years, where also played with various orchestras. Developed a reputation as a notable teacher and influenced subsequent generations of violinists through compositions and methodologies.

Composition of the 'Kreutzer Sonata'

Long tenure at the Paris Opera

Influential teaching methods for violin

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