Arnold Schoenberg
1874 - 1951
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Biography
Arnold Schoenberg was a revolutionary Austrian composer known for his innovative twelve-tone technique, marking a major milestone in atonal music development. Born in 1874 in Vienna, Schoenberg forged a significant legacy by challenging traditional tonality and venturing into new musical territories, profoundly influencing 20th-century music. Despite facing initial criticism, his compositions like 'Verklarte Nacht' and 'Pierrot Lunaire' gained acclaim for their daring and avant-garde approach. Schoenberg also made a lasting impact as a teacher, mentoring renowned musicians such as Alban Berg and Anton Webern.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I'm always making a comeback but nobody ever tells me where I've been.
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If it is art, it is not for all. If it is for all, it is not art.
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What I am going to get out of this, I am the only one who can say.
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Not every work can become a masterpiece, but every masterpiece was once nothing more than a work.
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There is still plenty of room at the top, but no room to lie down.