Johann Schobert

Johann Schobert (c. 1720 – 28 August 1767) was a Silesian composer and harpsichordist who was active in Paris during the Classical period.

Early Life and Career

Schobert was born in Silesia, a region that is now part of modern-day Poland. Little is known about his early life, but he eventually moved to Paris, where he became a prominent figure in the musical scene.

Musical Contributions

Schobert is best known for his compositions for the harpsichord, which were highly regarded for their expressive qualities and technical demands. His works include numerous sonatas and concertos, which were influential in the development of the Classical style.

Schobert's music was admired by many of his contemporaries, including Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who arranged some of Schobert's sonatas for his own performances.

Death

Johann Schobert died in Paris on 28 August 1767 under tragic circumstances. He and several members of his family died after consuming poisonous mushrooms, which they had mistaken for edible ones.

Legacy

Despite his untimely death, Schobert's music continued to be performed and appreciated. His compositions are considered an important part of the transition from the Baroque to the Classical period in music.

See Also

• Classical period (music)
• List of Classical era composers
• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

References

Daniel,

 Music in European Capitals: The Galant Style, 1720-1780, 
  
 Norton, 
 2003, 
  
  
 ISBN 978-0-393-04825-9,

Zaslaw, Neal,

 Mozart's Piano Concertos: Text, Context, Interpretation, 
 Journal of Musicology, 
 1994, 
 Vol. 12(Issue: 3), 
 pp. 345-367,

External Links

• International Music Score Library Project: Johann Schobert