Born 8 June 1810, Zwickau, Kingdom of Saxony
Died 29 July 1856, Bonn, Rhine Province, Prussia
Robert Schumann was a German composer and pianist who played a pivotal role in the Romantic era. Renowned for his intimate piano music, such as "Carnaval" and "Kinderszenen," he expressed deep emotional connections through his compositions. Schumann's artistic influence extended to his role as a music critic, advocating for the works of fellow composers. Despite struggles with mental health, his innovative approach to harmony and form left an enduring mark on classical music. His marriage to Clara Wieck, a pianist and composer, also contributed to a legacy of artistic collaboration and inspiration.
Famous Works
Kinderszenen, Three Romances, Arabesque Op. 18
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Scenes from Childhood (Kinderszenen) Op.15 (NEW ED...piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Three Romances Op.94oboe (or violin) & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Arabesque, Op.18piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Fantasiestucke (Fantasy Pieces) Op.73cello (or clarinet) & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Concerto in A minor Op.129 (3rd Edition)cello & pianoADVANCED -
Album for the Youth (COMPLETE)piano soloEASY+ -
Albumblätter Op.124piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
The merry peasantpiano soloEASY -
New Year's Eve Songclarinet & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Carnaval, Op.9piano soloINTERMEDIATE+
Popular Robert Schumann Music
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Marchenbilder (Fairy Tale Pictures), Piece No. 2viola & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Marchenbilder (Fairy Tale Pictures), Piece No. 3viola & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Scenes from Childhood (Kinderszenen) Op.15 (COMPLE...string quartetEASY -
Saint-Nicholas Op.68 No.12 in A minorguitar soloINTERMEDIATE+ -
Marchenbilder (Fairy Tale Pictures), Piece No. 4viola & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Marchenbilder (Fairy Tale Pictures), Piece No. 1viola & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Du Ring an Meinem Fingervoice & other instruments (fake book)INTERMEDIATE -
Papillons, Op. 2, No. 10 "Waltz Vivo"piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
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Traumerei (Dreaming), Op. 15, No. 7 [Jazz version]...piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
The Evening Star (Der Abendstern)voice & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
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Scenes from Childhood (Kinderszenen) Op.15 (NEW EDITION)
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Three Romances Op.94
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Arabesque, Op.18
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Fantasiestucke (Fantasy Pieces) Op.73
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Concerto in A minor Op.129 (3rd Edition)
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