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The life, times and premature death of one of the world's greatest composers.

After nearly a decade middling in the indie scene, Phoenix has made a breakthrough with May 26 release "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix" blending indie rock with Euro-synth.

Phoenix may not be a household name yet, but this French indie-rock quartet is poised to be the next big thing.

The inclusion of explosives on the cover of Phoenix's newest is appropriate: the album is an absolute blast.

Biographers' accounts differ about the nature of the relationship between the musical genius and his strict father.

Life and Works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - child prodigy, musical genius, and arguably, the greatest composer.

Was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart murdered by his contemporary, Antonio Salieri? This myth is one that has been perpetuated for over 200 years. These are the facts.

La Clemenza di Tito (The Clemency of Titus), a two-act seria (drama) opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera Information

Mithridates, King of Pontus, an Italian Opera Seria (Drama) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other information.

A historical glimpse of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, from baby Mozart until he was about to turn 5, his age when he started composing.

Analysis and history of the duet "Per queste tue manine," written by Mozart for the Vienna premiere of Don Giovanni, and why it is rarely performed today.

Die Entführung aus Dem Serail (Abduction from the Seraglio), by Amadeus Wolfgang Mozart: Seraglio plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.

Life, career and works of Leopold Mozart - German composer, violin teacher, violinist, theorist - devoted father and first teacher of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

La finta giardiniera (The Pretended Gardener), an Italian comic opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Plot summary, character list, and other information.

In 1767, 11 year-old Mozart composed Die Schuldigkeit des ersten Gebots, K.35 and Apollo et Hyacinthus, K.38: Summary, character list, and other related information.

Brief biography of Classical composer Johann Christian Bach (JC Bach), popularly called 'London Bach' or 'English Bach.' He greatly influenced Mozart.

A brief look at the residences, permanent or temporary, of three of the great composers who traveled to Britain at one time.

Dudamel's revitalized readings of Mozart's "Prague" and "Jupiter" symphonies get shouts of "Bravo Gustavo." Violinist Gil Shaham takes triple bows to standing ovation.

Life and works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart as a teenager. Places he traveled, his compositions and performances.

Composers write music about feelings, the world, and nature. This article identifies the four seasons as interpreted by Mozart, Milhaud, Delius and Chaminade.

The 2009 Salzburger Festspiele (Salzburg Festival), Europe's largest opera, music and theatre festival, gets underway on July 25 and continues until August 30.

Visit the Austrian capital from Europe's great cities - such as Prague, Munich, Venice, Budapest and Krakow - the green way on direct cross-border services.

Ach, ich fühl's, es ist verschwunden, Pamina's emotional soprano aria from Mozart's The Magic Flute, translation, recommended recordings and vocal scores

Der Hölle Rache, (Vengence Aria) The Queen of the Night's soprano aria from Mozart opera the Magic Flute, opera aria translation & recommended opera aria recordings.

The famous Der Vogelfänger bin ich ja,(Entrance Aria) Papageno's baritone aria from Mozart's The Magic Flute, translation, recommended recordings and vocal scores

The famous Dies Bildnis ist bezaubernd schön,(Portrait Aria) Tamino's tenor aria from Mozart's The Magic Flute, translation, recommended recordings and vocal scores

Maria Anna "Nannerl" Mozart was a gifted musician whose abilities were immediately overshadowed by her famous brother Wolfgang Amadé.

Così fan Tutte, Opera Buffa (Comic opera) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Mozart opera information.

Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.

The Marriage of Figaro (Le Nozze di Figaro) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.

The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte), by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Mozart opera information.

Mozart's operas in one-act: Bastien und Bastienne (Bastien and Bastienne), Il sogno di Scipione (Scipio's Dream), and Der Schauspieldirektor: summaries and information.

Ever wonder how old your favorite composer was turning this year? Find out with this fast list of major Classical composers.

Students will benefit by learning about autism, one of the most prevalent neurological disorders today. Autism awareness will promote understanding and compassion.

Brief biography of CPE Bach, master of the keyboards, arguably, founder of modern piano-playing, and famous for "treatise on how to play the keyboard correctly."

Profile of Giuseppe Tartini, a late Baroque and early Classical composer. He was a foremost Italian instrumental musician.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the most prolific and important composers of Western Art music, celebrates his 250th birthday this year.

Saariaho's oratorio Le Passion de Simone will receive its U.S. premiere at the Mostly Mozart Festival. The work blends sacred and secular forms in recounting Weil's life.

Mozart and Salieri, Opus 48, a Russian opera by Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov. "Mozart and Salieri" opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.

It is not too often that one sees a father-son concert relationship but before Rudolf and Peter Serkin there was the Pauer family of Vienna.

Mozart's Jupiter, Clarinet Concerto, Sinfonio Concertante and the Marriage of Figaro overture were a fitting first performance of the Siam Chamber Orchestra.

Chamber music and other solo or small ensemble music in various forms has been around since the dawn of man. This article gives a brief explanation of what it is.

This article discusses the now infamous on-screen feud between Mozart and Antonio Salieri.

Some of these five Oscar winning movies were not necessarily audience choices for best picture, but the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences loved them.

Brief biography of Antonio Salieri - his life and major works. His name has often been linked to Mozart's.

Travelers to Austria experience spectacular scenery , enjoy the beautirul cities, experience culture and see some of the greatest historic sites in the world.

Brief biography of French playwright Pierre Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais, best known for writing "The Barber of Seville" and "The Marriage of Figaro," made into operas.

The best advent Christmas markets to visit in Austria are the Christkindlmärkte in Vienna (Wien), Mozart city Salzburg, Innsbruck in Tyrol, and Linz on the Danube.

Brief biography of Carl Maria von Weber, best-known for founding the Romantic school of opera and famous for his opera Der Freischütz

Former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney takes Album of the Year Award at the Classical BRIT Awards 2007.