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Robert Schumann's Illness and Its Effect on His Music

Friday, November 8, 2013: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Napoleon B3-C3 (Sheraton New Orleans Hotel)
Patricia Izbicki , University of West Florida
One of the most compelling composers of the nineteenth-century, Robert Schumann was known for exhibiting beauty, artistry, and passion in his music. However, he was troubled by illness that influenced his physical and mental health. This presentation explores Schumann's medical conditions and how they shaped his music and life.