Schumann-Haus

Leipzig


The 'Spring Symphony' is among the works Robert Schumann composed in this house where he and his wife, pianist Clara Wieck, spent their first four years of marriage. A small exhibit provides background on the personal life and achievements of this famous musical couple.


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