Schuman, Clara Josephine (Wieck), 1819-1896
Biography
Clara Josephine Schumann (née Wieck; 13 September 1819 – 20 May 1896) was a German pianist, composer, and piano teacher. Regarded as one of the most distinguished pianists of the Romantic era, she exerted her influence over the course of a 61-year concert career, changing the format and repertoire of the piano recital by lessening the importance of purely virtuosic works. She also composed solo piano pieces, a piano concerto (her Op. 7), chamber music, choral pieces, and songs.
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Clara Josephine (Wieck) Schumann letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 865452
Mss 865452
Date(s):
1865-08-02
Scope and Contents
Two-page letter from Clara Josephine (Wieck) Schumann in Baden Baden, Germany to Herr Schubert, saying she cannot go to New York because she does not wish to leave the children but she is grateful for the invitation.