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Quote by Gustav Mahler

“What I wanted and what I visualized while composing has not always been realized.”

Quote by Gustav Mahler

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Gustav Mahler, born on July 7, 1860 in Austria and died on May 18, 1911, was an outstanding composer. Known for his symphonies and choral works, Mahler's music integrated classical, romantic, and national elements, profoundly influencing 20th-century music. more

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