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Johannes Brahms ( German: [joˈhanəs ˈbʁaːms]; 7 May 1833 – 3 April 1897) was a German composer, pianist, and conductor of the mid- Romantic period. Born in Hamburg into a Lutheran family, he spent much of his professional life in Vienna.
- Brahms is born! Johannes Brahms was born on May 7th 1833 in Hamburg, Germany.
- Son to a musical spare man. Brahms' father, Jokob (pictured), found employment as a jobbing musician, mostly getting work from playing the double bass and the French horn.
- Earning a crust. The young Brahms was forced to play the piano in dance halls to contribute to the family's income as they were so poor.
- Embarrassing early compositions? An early starter, Brahms began composing when he was just 11. However, when he was older, he found them a bit embarrassing and destroyed the majority of them.
Nov 10, 2022 · Brahms made his concert debut at the age of 10. 2. Brahms helped support his family by playing dance music in night cafes. As a teenager, Brahms used his musical talent to help support his family by playing the piano in dance halls, brothels, inns, taverns, and along city docks to supplement their income.
May 17, 2023 · Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) was a German composer of Romantic music best known for his symphonies, songs, and orchestral, chamber, and piano music.
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In 1890, the 57-year-old Brahms resolved to give up composing. However, as it turned out, he was unable to abide by his decision, and in the years before his death he produced a number of acknowledged masterpieces.
Dec 19, 2023 · Brahms retired from producing compositions when he was 57 years old but that didn’t stop him from being creative in other ways. It was at that time that he started focusing more on the clarinet and would go on to produce sonatas and other things for the clarinet as he got older.
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In 1890, the 57-year-old Brahms resolved to give up composing. However, as it turned out, he was unable to abide by his decision, and in the years before his death he produced a number of acknowledged masterpieces.
