Schubert, Franz

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A prolific Austrian composer who was born in 1797, and died 1828.

Despite his early death (possibly from typhoid), he left a very large body of work, including his Lieder (songs) and nine symphonies (among them the famous "Unfinished Symphony").

Schubert was born into a musical family, and received formal musical training through much of his childhood. While Schubert had a close circle of friends and associates who admired his

  • The Franz Schubert Society of Victoria  - A Canadian group of friends and musicians who aim to promote Schubert's music by organizing concerts and an annual festival.
  • Franz-Schubert-Institut  - Organizes annual master courses in Baden bei Wien, Austria, covering the classical Lied repertoire, with an emphasis on Schubert. Includes a schedule, a guide to teachers and artists in residence, accommodation and facilities, and how to apply.
  • Schubert Autographs  - Provides online digital reproductions of scores, letters, and other documents by Franz Schubert. Also includes a biography and background on the project.
  • The Schubert Institute (UK)  - Promotes and develops appreciation of the music of Franz Schubert, and study of his life and works. Includes a library of resources, details of their research center and archives, bibliography, and contacts.
  • Schubert Society of the USA  - Aims to stimulate interest in and research on the life and work of Franz Schubert. Provides a newsletter, details of their journal, and a collection of scores.
  • Schubert Stichting (Foundation)  - Promotes study and performance of Schubert’s works in the Netherlands. Includes details of their program of master classes and contacts.
 
 
 
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