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Quote by Robert Schumann

“It is the curse of talent that, although it labors with greater steadiness and perseverance than genius, it does not reach its goal, while genius already on the summit of the ideal, gazes laughingly about.”

Quote by Robert Schumann

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Robert Schumann

Robert Schumann, born on June 8, 1810, and died on July 29, 1856, was a renowned German composer and pianist. Schumann's musical works are characterized by the romantic style, and his piano pieces, vocal cycles, and symphonic works are deeply loved by later generations. more

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