Emil Stravinski
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Born | Lübeck, Germany | August 8, 1758
Died | May 14, 1834 Munich, Germany | (aged 75)
Nationality | German |
Occupation | Composer, Conductor, and violoncellist |
Known for | Symphony No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 21: “Tempesta d’Inverno” |
Notable work | Symphony No. 4 in B major "Sussurro d'autunno", 2nd Sonata in G minor "Danza delle Ombre", and Symphony No. 8 in C major "Riflessioni di serenità" |
Emilien Stravinski (8 September, 1758 - 14 May 1834) was a german composer and violoncellist who famously refused to use anything other than a maplewood cello. Although Stravinski was much lesser known compared to composers like Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven and Other famous composers, Stravinski still had quite a following and was well known in his hometown of Lübeck, GER aswell as a few other nearby towns and cities.
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Emilien von Stravinski (1758–1834) was a German Born composer, conductor, and violoncellist of the late Romantic era, celebrated for his emotionally intense compositions and his rare dedication to his handcrafted maplewood cello, which he purportedly refused to perform or compose without. His works, often described as passionate and complex, reflect an era of musical experimentation infused with personal expression.
Early Life and Education
Emilien von Stravinski was born on 8th September, 1758, in Lübeck, Germany, into a family with a long-standing musical tradition. His father, an Italian born violinist and composer, provided Emilien’s first music lessons, instilling in him an early appreciation for both composition and performance. At age 14, Stravinski entered the Leipzig Conservatory, where he studied under prominent figures of the time, including Ferdinand David and Moritz Hauptmann. His early compositions, mostly chamber pieces, showed an affinity for complex harmonies and lyrical themes, marking him as a rising talent in German Romantic music.
Career and Compositions
Stravinski rose to fame in the 1820s with the publication of his Son
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