aug 10, 1878 - Richard Wagner
Description:
Wagner was a German dramatic composer and theorist whose operas and music had a revolutionary influence on the course of Western music. Unlike most opera composers, he wrote both the libretto and the music for each of his stage works. His compositions are notable for their complex textures, rich harmonies and orchestration, and the elaborate use of leitmotifsAdded to timeline:
Date:
aug 10, 1878
Now
~ 147 years ago