The Life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - A Musical Biography written by Perry Keenlyside performed by Nicolas Soames on Audio CD (Abridged)

This is the story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, illustrated with examples of his music. The biography tells of Mozart's childhood travelling the courts of Europe, and of how, after a brief period of fame in Vienna, his fortunes declined until his early death and his last resting place in a pauper's grave.

This title features over 70 excerpts, from Mozart's operas, symphonies, chamber music and choral works, including "The Requiem".