Robert Schumann [a] (German: [ˈʁoːbɛʁt ˈʃuːman]; 8 June 1810 – 29 July 1856) was a German composer, pianist, and influential music critic. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest composers of the Romantic era. Schumann left the study of law, intending to pursue a career as a virtuoso pianist. His teacher, Friedrich Wieck, a German pianist, had assured him that he could become the finest pianist in Europe, but a hand injury ended this dream. Schumann then focused his musical energies on composing.Robert SchumannRobert Schumann in 1839Born8 June 1810Zwickau, Kingdom of SaxonyDied29 July 1856 (aged 46)Bonn, Rhine Province, PrussiaOccupationsComposerPianistMusic criticWorksList of compositionsSpouseClara Schumann (m. 1840)
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