Mozart, the musical prodigy whose pieces continue to enchant audiences worldwide, was more than just a brilliant composer. His life was a whirlwind of extraordinary talent, untimely death, and a whole lot of bizarre rumors.
Beyond his musical achievements, some tales about Mozart seem straight out of an 18th-century gossip magazine. Did he really propose to Marie Antoinette? Or hold a funeral for his pet starling?
Click through this gallery to uncover the truth behind some of the most enduring myths surrounding this iconic figure.