by admin | Sep 19, 2024 | Books, Leopold Mozart, Ligniville, Mozart, Mozart The Fall of the Gods, Wolfgang Amadé Mozart
The Influence of Ligniville Unpacking Mozart's Early Education The story of Ligniville illustrates the pitfalls of romanticizing Mozart’s early life and education, reminding us that the narrative of genius is often a construct that obscures the laborious aspects of...
by admin | Sep 18, 2024 | Books, Leopold Mozart, Mozart, Mozart The Fall of the Gods, Wolfgang Amadé Mozart
Mozart’s Training The Myth of Genius Shattered The myth of Mozart’s genius is nothing more than a carefully crafted illusion, propped up by misplaced attributions and romanticised biographies. Behind his so-called brilliance lies the reality of his father’s...
by admin | Sep 17, 2024 | Books, Leopold Mozart, Mozart, Mozart The Fall of the Gods, Wolfgang Amadé Mozart
Leopold Mozart’s Fabricated Legacy The False Sonnet of Corilla Olimpica Leopold Mozart’s relentless pursuit of fame for his son Wolfgang led to questionable tactics, including fabricating a sonnet by the renowned poetess Corilla Olimpica. This desperate attempt...
by admin | Sep 16, 2024 | Books, Leopold Mozart, Mozart, Mozart The Fall of the Gods, Video, Wolfgang Amadé Mozart
Leopold Mozart’s Literary Theft The Forgotten Scandal Behind the Poem at the Mozarteum Hidden within the Mozarteum’s archives lies a poem that has long been hailed as a tribute to the young Mozart children. But behind this innocent façade is a story of deception,...
by admin | Sep 15, 2024 | Books, Leopold Mozart, Mozart, Mozart The Fall of the Gods, Wolfgang Amadé Mozart
Letters Under Surveillance How Mozart's Family Navigated the Dangerous 18th Century Postal System In the 18th century, privacy in correspondence was non-existent. Letters were routinely opened and inspected, making it essential for the Mozarts to be cautious with...