Paul Lincke was born on November 7, 1866 in Germany. Father of the Berlin operetta, a form of light opera. He was as influential in Berlin as
Johann Strauss was in Vienna and Jacques Offenbach in Paris.
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💰Paul Lincke Net worth: $1.1 Million
About
Father of the Berlin operetta, a form of light opera. He was as influential in Berlin as Johann Strauss was in Vienna and Jacques Offenbach in Paris.
Before Fame
He favored military music initially. This led to schooling at Wittenberge, where he became a skilled bassoonist, Drummer, Pianist, Violinist, and tenor horn player.
Trivia
He was made an honorary citizen of Berlin on his 75th birthday.
Family Life
His father was a magistrate, but also played violin in numerous small orchestras. He married Anna Muller in 1886 when she was only 17.
Associated With
His music was played in "Titanic," James Cameron's epic film from 1997.
