Unknown so far a piece by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was discovered in the music library in Leipzig. It consists of seven parts scored for string trio. The whole piece lasts about 12 minutes.
Germany: Mozart's manuscript languished in library for years
Researchers believe that the work dates back to the mid- to late-1760s, which may mean that Mozart composed the piece when he was still a teenager.
The manuscript was discovered by accident when researchers were working on the composer's latest collection of works. The discovered piece is to be catalogued under the title: “Very little night music” (ang. “Very little night music”).
Mozart's Unknown Work: “It Was Inspired by His Sister”
Researchers believe that the song was written before Mozart's first trip to Italy. Interestingly, the composer he didn't write it down himself – According to scientists, the manuscript written in dark brown ink is a copy made around 1780.
German musicologist Ulrich Leisinger emphasizes that the young Mozart was known so far mainly as composer of piano music, arias and symphonies.
– Because the inspiration for this work was most likely Mozart's sisterone might assume she would keep the song as a memento of her brother, Leisinger said.
Mozart was born in 1756. He began composing under the guidance of his father at a very young age.