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Have you ever wondered which famous classical pianist you resemble the most? Take this fun quiz to find out whether your personality and musical traits have more in common with Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, or Chopin!
Which of These Classical Pianists are You Most Like?
To this day, famous classical pianists such as Beethoven, Bach, Mozart, and Chopin are regarded as some of the pioneers of classical music. Students around the world are still studying and performing the works of these four remarkable composers.
But how much do you actually know about their lives and stories? Here are some fun and interesting facts to spark your curiosity!
Fun Facts About 4 Famous Classical Pianists
Ludwig van Beethoven
At seven years old, Beethoven gave his first public performance in Germany as a virtuoso pianist. By the age of 12, he published nine variations in C minor for the piano. He quickly became admired by many aristocrats in Vienna. Although he had tremendous talent, he also reportedly had a terrible temper, too.
Beethoven spent his entire life composing beautiful works, even despite losing his hearing. He was able to make a living performing and commissioning public works.
He also took on many music students, (whom he often became romantically involved with). Many classical music fans consider the “Missa Solemnis” to be Beethoven’s greatest work.
Frédéric Chopin
Chopin is known as the greatest composer of Poland and the greatest pianist of the Romantic era. After growing up as a child prodigy, he quickly rose to fame in Europe. He performed and composed for the piano alone, and accompaniments.
Chopin was very innovative in his piano technique, fingering, and melodies. He became a popular teacher, and as he grew older he actually began to dislike public performances.
Chopin’s etudes and mazurkas have stood the test of time. After losing a battle to tuberculosis, his heart was placed in an urn in the Holy Cross Church of Krakowskie Przedmiscie.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Mozart is regarded as the most influential composer of the Classical era. He had a reputation for not being “well behaved” in public. He also reportedly had a daring style and sense of humor.
Mozart came from a family of musicians in Austria and his parents pushed him to greatness. His music became known for its harmonic innovation which he demonstrated in piano, violin, and orchestral compositions.
His operas “The Magic Flute,” “Don Giovanni,” and “The Marriage of Figaro” are still popular performances today. Mozart influenced many composers to follow including Haydn and Handel.
Johann Sebastian Bach
Bach spent most of his life performing and composing in Germany. He was highly skilled at playing the organ at a young age.
Bach came from a family of musicians and played for many people of noble stature, including royalty. He had an excellent reputation as a performer. He also experimented with religious compositions of the Catholic mass, including the Kyrie and Gloria.
His compositions, such as “Ave Maria” and “Toccata and Fugue in D Minor,” gained notable popularity over the years. However, few of Bach’s works were published during his lifetime. He suffered major health issues at the end of his life including blindness. Many consider Bach to be the best composer of the Baroque era.
Each of these musicians were innovative thinkers who embraced their own unique musical styles. Without their boldness, the world would be at a loss for such captivating classical piano compositions.
Are you ready to learn some of the great works by Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and Chopin? Schedule a piano lesson today to get started.
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