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Leopold Mozart - the father
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Key people in Mozart's music and life
1. Leopold Mozart - the father
A small-time composer in his own right, Leopold was 37 years old when his Mozart was born. He quickly realizes his son’s potential — not just as a composer, but also as a pension. Just to be safe in his old age, his daughter also has a huge musical talent that he puts to good use as well.
