Music by Mozart, believed lost, discovered

In summary, a long-lost musical composition by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has been discovered, reigniting interest in the composer's work. The piece, previously thought to be irretrievably lost, sheds new light on Mozart's creative genius and adds to the body of classical music history.
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Mozart String Composition, Believed Lost, Discovered in Germany (Pitchfork)

"The string trio, probably written in the composer’s teens, was found in a library as archivists compiled an updated catalog of his work"

Article: https://pitchfork.com/news/mozart-string-composition-believed-lost-discovered-in-germany/

And here is the piece on youtube, performed in Salzburg 19 September 2024:

W. A. Mozart - "Ganz kleine Nachtmusik" KV 648 - Previously unknown piece - Salzburg - 19 Sept 2024
 
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"What is that racket! You call that music? It's just noise!" - Mozart's dad.
 
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