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Robert Schumann

UMD School of Music

ROBERT SCHUMANN BICENTENNIAL FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE

october 19–22, 2010

Robert Schumann’s life and work embody the idea of Romanticism in music. In this four-day festival, the UMD School of Music brings together musicians, scholars and audiences to celebrate the music — and the life — of this influential composer.

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Videos


Teaser Video:
UMD School of Music Faculty introduce the Schumann Festival and Conference.




Additional Multimedia

ReadFour Days with Robert Schumann
Explore the music of Robert Schumann, and learn about the times in which he lived, at ticketed and free events featuring renowned Schumann interpreters and scholars.
ReadThe Schumann Reader
This select reading list provides deep insight into the composer and his times, including major works by musicologists who have been invited to participate in the Schumann Festival.
ListenNational Public Radio: Celebrating the Schumann Bicentennial
NPR celebrated Schumann’s birthday on June 8 with a lively presentation of stories and performances.

Additional Information

Read UMD School of Music’s Schumann Festival Page