Anton Diabelli, born in 1781, received his early musical training as a chorister and was so influenced by Michael Haydn (a composer and brother of Joseph Haydn) that he decided to pursue music professionally.
Composition History
Anton Diabelli recognized the genius of the young Franz Schubert and became his principal publisher.
Interpretation
The Salzburger Hofmusik ensemble performs mainly on original instruments or faithful copies to achieve an authentic sound.
Performer Biography
Wolfgang Brunner, who conducts the Salzburger Hofmusik and plays fortepiano on this album, has released approximately 25 CDs, including many first recordings of works from the early Baroque to Carl Orff.
Historical Context
In 19th-century Vienna, domestic music-making was so widespread that a law had to be passed prohibiting it after 11 p.m.
Composer Biography
By the time Anton Diabelli retired in 1851, his publishing catalogue contained over 9,000 works.
Composer Biography
Anton Diabelli established himself in Vienna by giving piano and guitar lessons to the nobility, and later became a composer and music publisher.
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