Albert schweitzer biography musician

Ludwig Philipp Albert Schweitzer, MD, OM, (14 January 1875 – 4 September 1965) was a French-German theologian, musician, philosopher and physician.

He was born in Kaysersberg(Alsace), at the time a part of the German Empire.

He wrote books about music and religion.

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He started a famous hospital in Lambarene, Africa. He received the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize.

Earlier life

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Albert Schweitzer was born in Kaysersberg(Alsace), on 14 January 1875.

He lived in the village of Gunsbach, where his father was a local pastor. His father taught him how to play music. In 1893, Schweitzer passed his Baccalaureat.

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After this, Schweitzer went to Paris to learn philosophy and music, before returning to his birthplace to study theology. He spent nine years studying medicine and surgery. He would dedicate his life to helping people and curing diseases.

Music

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Schweitzer was a famous organist and was extremely interested