Anton Urspruch's work was largely forgotten in the 20th century due to the rise of radical composers like Mahler and Stravinsky, and was not rediscovered until 100 years later.
Performer Biography
María Linares, the Spanish pianist on this recording, is a Music Ambassador for Spain for the Lang Lang International Music Foundation and is supported by several trusts.
Composer Biography
Anton Urspruch studied with Franz Liszt in Weimar from 1871, becoming one of Liszt's favorite protégés, often referred to as Antonio.
Composer Biography
Anton Urspruch's family had a strong artistic background; his paternal grandmother was a singer who likely performed under Mozart's direction.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Anton Urspruch's musical style was conservative, aligning with Mendelssohn, Schumann, Raff, and Brahms, rather than the more radical approaches of Liszt and Wagner.
Composer Biography
Anton Urspruch taught piano and composition at the Hoch Conservatory in Frankfurt, alongside notable figures like pianist Clara Schumann and singer Julius Stockhausen.
