Richard Wagner (1813-1883) Flashcards
What did Wagner do as a child?
As a child he played parts in musicals put on by his parents
How did his piano teacher describe Wagner?
She said he tortured the piano in the most abominable fashion. He did not like playing his scales and preferred to play theater overtures by ear.
What was Wagner most well known for?
He was most well known as composer, bridging the gap between the romantic and contemporary styles
How was Wagner unlike other opera composers?
He was the libretto as well as the music
What did Wagner do in 1876?
He opened his own opera hall. It had specially designed orchestra pits, acoustics, and seats. He felt it added a dreamlike quality to the performance.
What year was Wagner born and in what era did he compose?
He was born in 1813 in Germany. Romantic.
