Publication of Versuch einer gründlichen Violinschule
- When
- 1755–1756
- Where
- Salzburg
- Episodes
- 2
Leopold Mozart published his violin instruction manual, Versuch einer gründlichen Violinschule, in 1756. He composed the text during 1755 while serving as a court musician in Salzburg, where he supplemented his income through teaching.
Episodes
- Writing the Textbook
Leopold Mozart composed his violin instruction manual during the year 1755.
- Publication of Violinschule
The violin textbook Versuch einer gründlichen Violinschule was published in 1756.
Background and detail
Professional Context. Leopold Mozart worked as a court musician for the Prince-Archbishop of Salzburg. His salary was low, so he supplemented his income by giving violin lessons. He had risen through the ranks of the court musical establishment but never reached the position of Kapellmeister.
Composition and Publication. Mozart wrote the textbook during 1755, when he was 36 years old. The work, titled Versuch einer gründlichen Violinschule, was published in 1756. It serves as a textbook for instruction in the violin, reflecting his experience as a teacher.
People involved
- Leopold Mozart · Author and court musician
Sources
- Versuch einer gründlichen Violinschule Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-17
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