Clara Schumann was born in Leipzig, Germany on September 13, 1819. Her father Friedrich Wieck was a professional pianist and teacher, and her mother Marianne was an accomplished singer. At the age of 4 Clara began music lessons with her mother. When her parents divorced her father continued her instruction, focusing on piano, violin, singing, music theory, harmony, composition, and counterpoint. Following her lessons she was required to practice two hours each day. Read more...