Despite his short life of only 31 years, Schubert was an immensely prolific composer, often composing from morning till evening.
Composition History
Schubert composed his two most beloved song cycles, "Die schöne Müllerin" and "Winterreise," using texts by the Austrian poet Wilhelm Müller.
Composer Biography
Schubert worked as a music master for the Esterhazy family, who had previously patronized Joseph Haydn, in the Hungarian part of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy.
Composer Biography
Franz Schubert, like Joseph Haydn, began his musical career as a choirboy in the Court Chapel, becoming a chorister at age 11 in 1808.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Schubert is considered the creator of the Romantic Lied, composing over 600 songs throughout his creative life.
Recording & Production
This recording of "Die schöne Müllerin" was made in April 1992 at Refugiet Fuglsang, featuring tenor Peder Severin and pianist Dorte Kirkeskov.
Critical Reception
Wilhelm Müller, the poet whose texts Schubert set, would likely have been forgotten if not for Schubert's compositions, as literary critics do not highly regard him.
