Richard Wagner
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 (212 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 3 | 6.00 | 0.20% | +20% | 8,654,622 | 20,284 | $700,000 | 1,641$ |
| Spain | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,521 | $1,400,000 | 764$ |
| Totals | 4 | 55,409,400 | 45,805 | $2,100,000 | 2,405$ |
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Switzerland:
Richard Wagner's theories influenced the development of music leading to Beethoven's 9th Symphony.
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Spain:
Richard Wagner's correspondence with Friedrich Nietzsche is highlighted in the article.
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Switzerland:
Richard Wagner was an anti-Semite and a well-known composer mentioned in the context of extreme ideologies.
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Switzerland:
Richard Wagner opens the sound cosmos of his 'Ring' cycle with ancient music.
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Spain:
Richard Wagner is the composer whose life and works inspire Esteve Millet's writing.
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Canada:
Richard Wagner is the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, mentioned as a high-profile example of judicial appointments.
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Austria:
Wagner is described as a notorious anti-Semite.
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Switzerland:
Richard Wagner's 50th death anniversary lecture led to a campaign against Thomas Mann by the Nazis.
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Canada:
various bishops, provincial representatives and Supreme Court Chief Justice Richard Wagner will attend the funeral.
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Canada:
Chief Justice Richard Wagner wrote for the Court regarding the decision on parole ineligibility.
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