Discovery of Mozart's Unknown String Trio: A Glimpse into His Early Genius
A previously unknown piece of music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, likely composed during his teenage years, has been uncovered in Leipzig, eastern Germany. Researchers announced the discovery on Thursday, revealing a seven-movement set for string trio that lasts approximately 12 minutes. This significant find is believed to have been composed in the mid- to late 1760s, during Mozart's early years as a child prodigy.
The manuscript, while not in Mozart's handwriting, is thought to be a copy or transcription made around 1780. The Leipzig City Libraries stated that the piece is set in dark brown ink on white vat paper, and although the manuscript is not signed, it has been cataloged under the name
