Franz Schubert

Classicism Musician

Franz Schubert was a Classicism musician born on January 31, 1797 in Austria. At age 12, Schubert entered the Imperial Chapel Royal Choir. After 3 years, Schubert went to teach at his fathers school but at age 20, he ventured onto a career as a free lance composer. Some of his works include Lazarus and Ave Maria. Franz Schubert died on November 19, 1828 in Austria.

You can listen to Ave Maria if you click on the video.

Portrait of Franz Schubert

Portrait of Franz Schubert

The Ave Maris is considered classical because it represents many classic ideas and Church prayers.