Richard Wagner

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Portrait of Richard Wagner, Impressionism, Spray painting

Here are a few short facts about Richard Wagner:

  • Born on July 24, 1813, in Leipzig, Germany
  • He was a German composer and conductor known for his operas and choral music
  • Wagner is best known for creating the concept of Gesamtkunstwerk (total work of art) which combines music, poetry, drama, and visual arts to create a unified artistic experience
  • He founded the Bayreuth Festival in 1876, an annual music festival that still takes place in Germany today
  • Wagner is considered one of the most important figures in the development of Western classical music

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