Woldemar Bargiel (1828–1897) was a German composer in the Romantic style. Bargiel was born on 3rd October 1828 in Berlin, the half brother of Clara Schumann. His father Adolph was a well-known piano and voice teacher, and his mother Mariane had been unhappily married to Clara’s father, Friedrich Wieck. Clara was nine years older than Woldemar. Throughout their lives, they enjoyed a warm relationship. The initial opportunities which led to the success and recognition he enjoyed were due to Clara, who introduced him to both Robert Schumann and Felix Mendelssohn. Bargiel received his f… read more
Woldemar Bargiel (1828–1897) was a German composer in the Romantic style. Bargiel was born on 3rd October 1828 in Berlin, the half brother of Clara Schumann. His father Adolph was a well-known piano and voice teacher, and his mother Mariane had been unhappily married to Clara’s father, Friedr… read more
Woldemar Bargiel (1828–1897) was a German composer in the Romantic style. Bargiel was born on 3rd October 1828 in Berlin, the half brother of Clara Schumann. His father Adolph was a well-known piano and voice teacher, and his mother Mariane had been unhappily married to Clara’s father, Friedrich Wieck. Clara was nine years older than Woldemar. Throughout their li… read more
