Robert Schumann
Robert Schumann
Robert Schumannwas a German composer and influential music critic. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest composers of the Romantic era. Schumann left the study of law, intending to pursue a career as a virtuoso pianist. He had been assured by his teacher Friedrich Wieck that he could become the finest pianist in Europe, but a hand injury ended this dream. Schumann then focused his musical energies on composing...
NationalityGerman
ProfessionComposer
Date of Birth8 June 1810
CityZwickau, Germany
CountryGermany
A fiery, good beginner always stands higher than a master in mediocrity...
Play always as if in the presence of a master.
Perhaps only a Genius can truly understand Genius.
I sometimes lack confidence in public, although I am proud enough inwardly.
For me, music is always the language which permits one to converse with the Beyond.
When you play, never mind who listens to you.
Let your intimate friends be chosen from such as are better informed than yourself.
To send light into the darkness of men's hearts - such is the duty of the artist.
Talent works, genius creates.