Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart born 1756

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the most prolific and influential composers of all time, was born January 27, 1756 in Salzburg, Austria.  He composed his first symphony at age 5 and composed more than 600 works during his short life.

Ludwig van Beethoven was influenced by Mozart's work. 

Mozart fell ill in September 1791, and his illness worsened, causing him to become bedridden in late November.  He died on December 5, 1791.

"Amadeus" released 1984

Amadeus, the musical based on the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, was released in the US September 19, 1984.  The biopic starred F. Murray Abraham as Antonio Salieri and Tom Hulce in the title role, both being nominated for Oscars for Best Actor, one of the few movies to receive two nominations for Best Actor.  Abraham took the award.

Amadeus won seven more Oscars: Best Picture; Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium; Best Art Direction-Set Direction; Best Costume Design; Best Sound and Best Makeup.

It won four Golden Globes: Best Director; Best Performance by an Actor; Best Screenplay, Best Motion Picture - Drama