Richard Wagner

Richard Wagner was a German composer and conductor known for his operas that combined music, poetry, and visual arts. His significant works include "Der Ring des Nibelungen," "Tristan und Isolde," and "Parsifal." Wagner introduced the concept of "Gesamtkunstwerk" and utilized leitmotifs, musical phrases associated with characters or themes. He built his own opera house, the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, where annual festivals of his works are held. His musical innovations influenced the development of classical music, and his impact extends into various art forms. The products available from the artist Richard Wagner include DVDs, Blu-ray, CDs.