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the history of Mahler.

Explore Mahler’s life through the places he lived, the people he knew, his compositions, personal artifacts and more.

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Compositions

Explore Mahler’s complete works from intimate Lieder to monumental symphonies and the stories behind each piece.

Chronology

Follow Mahler’s journey through the cities, opera houses, and landscapes that shaped his music.

The Man

Discover the man behind the music through his personal belongings, education, and handwritten scores.

Alma & Mahler

Explore the passionate, complex relationship between Gustav and Alma and their profound influence on each other.

Family Tree

Trace the Mahler family through generations and the relationships that shaped his life and music.

Books

Discover biographies, scholarly analyses, and critical studies illuminating Mahler’s life, music, and influence.

Discography

Explore recordings of Mahler’s works from historic performances to contemporary interpretations by legendary conductors.

Foundation

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Listening guide

Begin your journey into Mahler’s music with expert guidance on recommended recordings and symphony themes.

Contemporaries

Meet the people who shaped Mahler’s world and influenced his life and music.

Films

Discover films featuring Mahler’s compositions from concert documentaries to dramatic soundtracks.

Thee composing huts

Discover the secluded retreats where Mahler created his greatest works, finding solitude and inspiration in nature.

Locations

Explore the places that defined Mahler’s life from birthplace to performance halls across Europe and America.

Locations (photos)

See Mahler’s world then and now through rare historical photographs alongside contemporary images of the same locations.

Embrace Everything

Journey through Mahler’s symphonies with this award-winning podcast featuring leading conductors, scholars, and Mahler’s own words.

Mahler's History

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