Composer · b. 1784 - d. 1859
Louis Spohr
Biography
Louis Spohr (1784-1859) was a German composer, violinist and conductor. His music stands between the Classical tradition and early Romanticism, combining lyrical melody, rich chromatic harmony and an intimate knowledge of string instruments. His catalogue includes operas, symphonies, concertos and chamber music. His songs also reveal his interest in the expressive possibilities of the human voice.