Richard Wagner

Richard Wagner

composer Germany

Richard Wagner was a German composer, conductor, and theatre director born on May 22, 1813. He is best known for his operas, which are notable for their complex textures, rich harmonies, and elaborate use of leitmotifs. Wagner's most famous works include 'The Ring of the Nibelung' and 'Tristan und Isolde.' He revolutionized opera through his innovative approach to music and drama, and his ideas on the Gesamtkunstwerk, or 'total work of art,' have had a lasting impact on the arts. Wagner died on February 13, 1883.

Born on May 22, 1813 (211 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
52,340
Power
2,215$
Sentiment
5.82
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 2 5.50 0.09% +0% 38,005,238 33,077 $1,700,000 1,480$
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.03% +0% 67,886,011 17,846 $2,700,000 710$
Latvia 1 6.00 0.08% +0% 1,886,198 1,417 $34,000 26$
Totals 4 107,777,447 52,340 $4,434,000 2,216$
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Denmark Denmark: Richard Wagner is referenced in relation to his significant political history and the opera being discussed. 5

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Canada Canada: Chief Justice Richard Wagner issued dissenting opinions indicating they would have allowed the appeal at hand. 6

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