Richard Wagner was a revolutionary German composer, theatre director, and conductor who is chiefly known for his operas (or "music dramas," as he later called them). Born on May 22, 1813, in Leipzig, Wagner's work is characterized by its complex textures, rich harmonies, and orchestration, as well as elaborate use of leitmotifs—musical phrases associated with individual characters, places, ideas, or plot elements. Hi
... MoreRichard Wagner was a revolutionary German composer, theatre director, and conductor who is chiefly known for his operas (or "music dramas," as he later called them). Born on May 22, 1813, in Leipzig, Wagner's work is characterized by its complex textures, rich harmonies, and orchestration, as well as elaborate use of leitmotifs—musical phrases associated with individual characters, places, ideas, or plot elements. His compositions had a significant influence on the development of classical music.
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