![]() Operaphile: Schubert loved the theater and tried, unsuccessfully, to break into the opera world.He lived immersed in his art in his writings and reported conversations, he often referred to himself as an outsider, alienated from the world around him. A life for art: Schubert could not manage his finances or most practical needs.He was highly sexually active, though it is impossible to determine his sexual preferences absolutely. Carouser: Schubert loved drink and tobacco, often partying till after midnight, then waking up to compose from six in the morning until one in the afternoon.He was friendly, but often was uncommunicative. The Man: Schubert was short and rotund, with a high forehead and curly hair.He is buried in the same cemetery as Beethoven, who had died a year and a half earlier. His compositional production in the final months of his life gives no indication of his impending death. End of the road, 1828: His health failing, Schubert also falls on hard times financially.His music takes a leap forward with the “ Wanderer” Fantasy for piano, the “Unfinished” Symphony in B Minor, the Mass in A-flat Major, and several of his greatest songs. He is hospitalized for a short time in spring 1823. Darkness and light, 1822: Schubert shows the first signs of syphilitic infection.By 1822, “Schubertiads,” or evening-length recitals, are given regularly, with the composer at the piano. Circle of friends: Many Schubert performances take place at private gatherings in the homes of friends and supporters.By the end of 1821, he is established in Viennese musical life. Performances of his music slowly increase, and he begins to publish. Turning pro: In 1819, Schubert gives up teaching, for good. ![]() He also finishes two string quartets, two symphonies, two Masses, and four German singspiele, or song-plays.
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