Thuille became a professor of composition at the Royal Music School in Munich, succeeding his teacher Rheinberger.
Composer Biography
Ludwig Thuille, the composer, was orphaned in childhood, losing his mother in 1867 and his father in 1872.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Thuille was a leader of the 'Munich School', reflecting influences from composers like Rheinberger, Liszt, and Wagner.
Performer Biography
The Chantily Quintet, the ensemble performing the Sextet, won second prize, a special prize, and the Audience Prize at the 2006 ARD International Music Competition in Munich.
Performer Biography
The Gigli Quartet, which performs the Piano Quintet, is named after the famous tenor Beniamino Gigli.
Composer Biography
Thuille met Richard Strauss, a prominent German composer, through Strauss's parents, and they developed an important friendship.
