Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) Flashcards

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Where was Mozart born and in what period did he compose?

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Mozart was born in Austria and composed in the Classical Period.

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Was Mozart a musical genius?

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Mozart is often called the greatest musical genius of all time, began composing while still a toddler.

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How did Mozart spend his early life?

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Mozart’s early life was spent as a traveling performer with his father and sister.

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Is Mozart’s music still perform today?

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Yes

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What music did Mozart write?

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He wrote numerous operas, symphonies, concertos, chamber works, and keyboard pieces.

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Did Mozart get rich through his music?

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Yes but he died in debt.

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When was Mozart born and what year did he die?

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1756 to 1791

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