Mozart: A Musical Genius

The music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has certainly inspired legions of classical musicians, but his music has also crossed over into mainstream proving that his compositions – and he composed over 600 in his lifetime – are timeless.

Mozart could not have known that today's educators would merge notable pieces, like the Symphony No. 40, into visually stimulating videos for early childhood development, but it has.

We're talking today about Mozart because in 1756, this musical genius was born on this day (January 27) in Salzburg. Mozart was only three when he began to mimic his sister's piano playing. His use of chords, tempo and tonality revealed his unique talent.

At five, he composed minuets that his father wrote down. Mozart would become one of the greatest composers in the history of Western music for his symphonies (Eine Kleine Nachtmusik), operas (Marriage of Figaro), string ensembles, and concertos.

And, although he died when he was only 35, his music continues to influence and educate the world three centuries later.

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