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Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf (2 November 1739 – 24 October 1799) was an Austrian composer and violinist. He was a friend of both Haydn and Mozart. His best-known works include the German singspiel Doktor und Apotheker and a number of programmatic symphonies based on Ovid's Metamorphoses.

Quick facts about Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf

  • Full name: Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf
  • Born: 1739-11-02
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q78522

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Who is Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf?

Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf (2 November 1739 – 24 October 1799) was an Austrian composer and violinist.

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Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf (2 November 1739 – 24 October 1799) was an Austrian composer and violinist.

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Carl Ditters von Dittersdorf was born on 1739-11-02.

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