Some of the world’s most famous and admired composers include Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and others such as Haydn, Schubert, Chopin, and Strauss. In addition, some other famous pianists such as Lang Lang, Yiruma, and Richard Clayderman are also well known.
Great Classical Composers:
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750):
He is considered one of the greatest composers of all time, with famous works such as “Cantata” and “The Well-Tempered Clavier”.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 – 1791):
He was a musical prodigy, writing famous works such as “Die Zauberflöte”, “Don Giovanni” and “Requiem”.
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 – 1827):
He was one of the most influential composers in the history of classical music, with famous works such as “Symphony No. 5”, “Für Elise” and “Moonlight Sonata”.
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732 – 1809):
He is known as the “father of the symphony” and has many famous symphonic works.
Franz Schubert (1797 – 1828):
He is a famous composer of sonatas and romantic lieder.
In addition, some other composers are also known:
Frédéric Chopin (1810 – 1849):
He was an outstanding Polish composer and pianist.
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840 – 1893):
He is famous for his symphonies, ballets and piano pieces.
Richard Wagner (1813 – 1883):
He was a German composer and theater director, famous for his operas.
Claude Debussy (1862 – 1918):
He was a French composer, representing the Impressionist school in music.
Famous pianists:
Lang Lang:
A popular Chinese pianist.
Yiruma:
A Korean pianist famous for his gentle and romantic music.
Richard Clayderman:
A French pianist, famous for his “neo-classical” piano music.