0_Apprentice
Classical music has been around forever. Piano is such an integral part of it
1_Wizard
I think classical music arose in the mid 1700's. I took a class on music an it talked about the broad span of classical music over the centuries.
0_Apprentice
I play the piano and of course even from the beginning you learn all the classical pieces.  But it takes a lifetime to truly master
1_Wizard
That is awesome that you play the piano. I don't have any musical talent. It is an art form that does take time.
0_Apprentice
Who do you feel is the most prolific master of the classics
1_Wizard
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky without a doubt. HIs name is legendary. He was a Russian composer of the romantic period. Do you know of him?
0_Apprentice
Of course, he was amazing and often had others such as Brahms conduct.  His ballets are renowned 
1_Wizard
He died quite young. I think he died after one of his symphonies called "Pathetique".
0_Apprentice
True but 50's in Russia during the late 1800's is still remarkable.  And to have composed such amazing pieces of work  a gift to the world
1_Wizard
He definitely made a lasting impression for other composers such as Gustav Mahler.