Hans Pfitzner, a German composer born in Moscow in 1869, was a staunch defender of traditional German music and culture, positioning himself as an anti-modernist throughout his career. His most renowned work, the post-Romantic opera "Palestrina," showcases his commitment to upholding traditional ideals well into the 20th century. Pfitzner's contributions to the orchestral and chamber music repertoire are also notable, including concertos for violin, piano, and cello, a symphony, and three string quartets. His first stage work, "Arme Heinrich," premiered in Mainz, and his career took him through teaching and conducting roles in Berlin before settling in Munich in 1906. Pfitzner's music offers a rich, romantic journey through the heart of German musical tradition.
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