Robert Schumann

Robert Schumann was a prominent German composer of the Romantic era, renowned for his piano and orchestral works. Born in 1810 in Zwickau, he became one of the most influential musical thinkers of his time. Among his most famous compositions are the symphonic etudes, Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54, and cello pieces. Schumann's work was pivotal in the development of Romantic piano literature, and his integral partnership with Johannes Brahms and Felix Mendelssohn fortified his standing in the music world. Besides composing, he also engaged in music criticism, writing numerous articles under a pseudonym. The products available from the artist Robert Schumann include CDs.