Gustav Mahler

Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) was an Austrian composer and conductor, known for his large-scale symphonies and emotionally profound music. His works often blend classical forms with modern themes, exploring deep human experiences like love, death, and nature. Mahler’s symphonies, particularly the Second ("Resurrection") and Eighth (“Symphony of a Thousand”), are celebrated for their complexity and rich orchestration. He also revitalized the symphonic and song repertoire, incorporating folk melodies and poetic texts. Mahler's influence on 20th-century music is profound, as he expanded the boundaries of orchestral sound and emotional expression in music.