Heinrich Urban (27 August 1837 – 24 November 1901) was a German violinist and composer.

Life and career

Heinrich Urban was born in

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, and studied with

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Works

Heinrich Urban wrote overtures, a symphony and symphonic poems, an opera and a violin concerto. He also wrote solo and chamber music for violin. Selected works include: *''Frühling (Spring)'', symphony *''Der Rattenfänger von Hameln'', symphonic poem *''Konradin'', opera

References

Images, music example, list of Work (German)
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