The Mozart Obsession

Mozart could certainly be said to be overexposed, especially in central Europe, where his visage graces everything from concert programs to chocolate wrappers. Many of his most famous compositions long ago entered the dreaded realm of Muzak, and the film adaptation of Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus didn’t exactly paint a flattering portrait. And yet, somehow, Mozart’s life and music continue to captivate audiences and musicians in an almost completely unique way.