Also Ran
Frederick the Second had musical wants
That were largely fulfilled by music of Quantz,
Ignoring old Bach who was eagerly proffering
The intricate games of his Musical Offering.
And the Second Shall Be First
When Frederick the Second played the flute
His courtiers, who were most astute,
Averred there could be no dispute --
His taste (and rule) were absolute.
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E. T. A. Hoffmann (24 January 1776 – 25 June 1822) was an author who dabbled in musical
composition and wrote musical criticism. Many 19th century musicians found inspiration
in his stories.
Literary Inspiration; or, Ohs
When Hoffman took his book and rose,
Transported with Romantic throes,
And read fantastic tales to those
Who gathered there at evening’s close,
Listeners, when they heard his prose,
Repaid him with bravissimos.
Musicians felt they must compose,
Feeling how afflatus glows
Before creative instinct flows,
And music grew like embryos
To fill up their portfolios
With prestos and adagios.
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