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What music did Robert schumann write?

Robert Schumann was a German composer, pianist, and music critic who lived from 1810 to 1856. He wrote a substantial body of music, including:

Orchestral works:

* Four symphonies

* Two piano concertos

* Concerto for Cello and Orchestra

* Konzertstück for Four Horns and Orchestra

* Manfred Overture

Piano works:

* Carnaval, Op. 9

* Kreisleriana, Op. 16

* Kinderszenen, Op. 15

* Arabeske, Op. 18

* Toccata, Op. 7

Vocal works:

* Lieder (songs), including the song cycles Dichterliebe, Op. 48, and Frauenliebe und -leben, Op. 42

* Oratorio Das Paradies und die Peri, Op. 50

* Requiem, Op. 148

* The Pilgrimage of the Rose, Op. 112

Other works:

* String quartets

* Piano trios

* Fantasiestucke, Op. 12 and Op. 88, for clarinet and piano

* Liederkreis for four male voices, Op. 39

Schumann's music is known for its lyrical beauty, emotional intensity, and rich harmonic and melodic textures. He is considered one of the most important and influential composers of the 19th century.

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