Who we are
At Mozartrazom, we are dedicated to uncovering the hidden truths behind classical music’s most celebrated figures.
As musicologists with specializations in paleography and musical philology, Luca Bianchini and Anna Trombetta don’t just research—we dismantle myths.
Our work exposes how historical narratives, especially those surrounding Mozart, have been manipulated over time to maintain an inflated reputation.
Through rigorous scholarship and critical analysis, we challenge accepted legends, bring overlooked compositions and composers into the spotlight, and reveal the realities that have long been obscured.
Our Latest Breakthrough
Our most groundbreaking research to date has been published in the Journal of Forensic Document Examination, a leading reference for forensic experts and court specialists worldwide. The peer-reviewed article, titled Unveiling a New Sophisticated Ink Analysis Technique, and Digital Image Processing: A Forensic Examination of Mozart’s Thematic Catalogue, has revolutionized the way we view key Mozart manuscripts.
Using bespoke C# software that analyzed hundreds of characters, we compared the handwriting in the Thematic Catalogue with authentic manuscripts and letters penned by Mozart himself. The findings were astounding: discrepancies in handwriting, clef shapes, and even the ink, which was inconsistent with those found in Mozart’s authenticated works.
Further forensic analysis, including watermarks, revealed links to documents dated after Mozart’s death in 1791, providing compelling evidence that the Catalogue was fabricated posthumously, likely in 1798 under Constanze Mozart’s direction.
This revelation has profound implications, questioning the legitimacy of many works catalogued between 1784 and 1791 and challenging the very foundations of Mozart scholarship.
As we explore in our book Mozart: The Construction of a Genius, the Thematic Catalogue played a key role in shaping Mozart’s posthumous reputation, but our research now casts serious doubts on its authenticity.
Mozart’s Catalogue Exposed
Reviving and Rethinking Music
We are committed to projects that not only revive forgotten musical works but also critically examine and dismantle long-standing myths in classical music:
- Opera Revivals: We meticulously reconstruct and bring to life forgotten operas for modern audiences.
- Music Criticism: Our critical work spans decades, with contributions to top publications and CD liner notes for prestigious labels.
- Publications and Media: Our books and research have challenged the myth of Mozart and have been featured on platforms like Radio Vaticana.
- Teaching and Lectures: We share our insights globally at esteemed institutions and conferences.
Uncovering Music's Hidden Truths
Over the years, our research has revealed the lesser-known, often hidden aspects of composers’ lives and works.
At the prestigious IGS 2023 Conference in Évora, Portugal, we presented a bombshell discovery: Mozart’s Thematic Catalogue, long considered a cornerstone of his legacy, is a forgery. Our painstaking forensic handwriting analysis and advanced technological methods demonstrated that this document, often used to authenticate and date Mozart’s compositions, was fabricated after his death. This groundbreaking finding has prompted a major reassessment of Mozart’s legacy and the works attributed to him.
Our work in Paleographic and Philological Analysis rigorously examines historical music manuscripts, revealing their true origins and correcting historical inaccuracies. We separate fact from fiction, and our latest publication exemplifies our dedication to scholarly precision.
A Life Dedicated to Music
We have spent our lives not only reviving forgotten works but also exposing and dismantling the myths and accepted narratives that have distorted music history for too long. With a sharp critical eye and an unwavering commitment to rigorous research, we aim to rewrite music history as it truly deserves to be understood.