Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a childhood prodigy who began composing music at the mere age of five. At the age of six, he had already performed twice in front of imperial courts. I have played violin since the age of 8 and piano since the age of 6. Of course, I was and am not at the same level of Mozart, but there is a reason why he is considered the best composer and musician of all history.
His background in music was extensive even by the time he was in his teens. Mozart composed over 600 pieces of music including 25 piano concertos, 17 violin concertos, and over 50 symphonies. He composed over 41 symphonies by the time he was 19 while his main competition, Antonio Salieri, composed about 50 pieces in his entire lifetime.
Mozart had a gift since childhood. He composed his very first piece when he was five year old. By the time Mozart was six, he had performed in front of two imperial courts; and by the time Mozart was 14, he had also performed for the pope. All the court composers who witnessed Mozart’s music had remarked how the child was an incredible and real composer.
Mozart’s adeptness at several instruments was remarkable. He could play the piano, violin, clarinet, and other instruments. He was most well known for his piano and violin concertos. They are seen as one of the most advanced pieces for current day students and performers.
Mozart composing a real piece at the age of five is impressive enough, but it is not the only reason why he is a household name. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart not only composed over 600 pieces, but a majority of those pieces are well known. It is difficult to write pieces, but it is more difficult for those pieces to be known worldwide. That is why Mozart is considered the best composer of all time.