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About Richard Strauss
Richard Strauss was a renowned German composer and conductor regarded as one of the most prominent composers of the Romantic era. His best known works include Elektra, Der Rosenkavlier and Death and Transfiguration.
Family Life
He was the son of Josephine and musician Franz Strauss. He and popular soprano Pauline de Ahna got married in 1894. The couple had a son named Franz in 1897.
Trivia
He began composing his first pieces when he was only six years old. By the time he was 18, he had composed over a hundred works.
Adolf Hitler was an admirer of his work.
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F.A.Q. about Richard Strauss
When is his birthday?
Richard Strauss' birthday is on June 11, 1864.
In how many days is his birthday?
Richard's birthday is in 55 days
How old was Richard when he died?
He was 85 years old.
When did he die?
He died in September 8, 1949.
How old would he be today?
Richard Strauss would be 159 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Richard from?
He was born in Munich, Bavaria.