Robert Schumann, born June 8, 1810 in Zwickau and died July 29, 1856 in Endenich, is a German composer and musical critic, considered one of the greatest representatives of romanticism. He is mainly known for his piano works and lieder, but he also composed chamber music, orchestral music, and choral works. Schumann began his musical career as a pianist, but a hand injury forced him to devote himself to composition. He is also the founder of the "Neue Zeitschrift für Musik", a musical journal in which he supports young composers such as Frédéric Chopin and Johannes Brahms, and promotes the ideas of romantic musical aesthetics. His marriage to Clara Wieck, a virtuoso pianist herself, has a major impact on his life and work. Clara plays a crucial role in the dissemination of his compositions and remains his muse and critic throughout his career. Among his most famous compositions are "Kinderszenen" ("Scenes from Childhood"), "Kreisleriana", and "Carnaval". These piano works are noted for their deep expressiveness and structural innovation. His lieder, such as the cycle "Dichterliebe" ("A Poet's Love"), are also highly regarded. His life is marred by mental health issues, which worsen over time, and he eventually dies in an asylum in 1856. Despite his troubled life, Schumann's legacy as a composer remains an inspiration for future generations of musicians and music lovers.

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