Alma Mahler: Biography, Facts and Career
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Alma Mahler-Werfel (born Alma Margaretha Maria Schindler; 31 August 1879 – 11 December 1964) was an Austrian composer, author, editor, and socialite. Musically active from her early years, she was the composer of nearly fifty songs for voice and piano, and works in other genres as well. 17 songs are known to have survived. At 15, she was mentored by Max Burckhard. In 1938, after Nazi Germany annexed Austria, Mahler and her husband Franz Werfel fled, as it was unsafe for the Jewish Werfel. Eventually the couple settled in Los Angeles. In later years, her salon became part of the artistic scene, first in Vienna, then in Los Angeles and New York.
Quick facts about Alma Mahler
- Full name: Alma Mahler
- Born: 1879-08-31
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Fashion figure
- Wikidata ID: Q156898
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Who is Alma Mahler?
Alma Mahler-Werfel (born Alma Margaretha Maria Schindler; 31 August 1879 – 11 December 1964) was an Austrian composer, author, editor, and socialite.
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Alma Mahler is United States.
When was Alma Mahler born?
Alma Mahler was born on 1879-08-31.
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