Schubert
Lieder, Unfinished Symphony
The supreme melodist and the inventor of the Romantic art song. Over 600 Lieder in 31 years — each one a miniature drama of word and music. The late works, composed in the shadow of illness and death, achieve a depth that belies their composer's youth.
Key works
- Winterreise1827— 24 songs of winter despair — the greatest song cycle
- Symphony No. 8 "Unfinished"1822— Two movements of heartbreaking beauty
- String Quintet in C1828— Chamber music's farewell