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Bach wrote the coffee cantata “Schweigt stille, plaudert nicht” just to show how indispensable coffee was to him. Back then, it was a beverage for men, and women had to settle for tea. Twice a week, he took the time to go to Zimmerman’s for a cup of coffee,
Neither Beethoven nor Mahler could do without it. For Beethoven, coffee was an essential part of his creative process; for Mahler, it was a source of inspiration. The ritual of making and drinking coffee, the taste and smell, and perhaps the caffeine made drinking coffee a resting point for the composers where energy and ideas were gathered.
Given the profound connection between coffee and classical music, it’s worth pondering over this next time you enjoy a cup. With a coffee mug in hand, you can savor the rich history and influence of coffee on classical music, enhancing your appreciation for both.
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