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Dessoff began his career as a conductor at the court of [[Karlsruhe]], where he worked from 1858 to 1860. He then moved to Vienna, where he served as the conductor of the [[Vienna Philharmonic]] from 1860 to 1875. During his tenure, Dessoff introduced the Viennese audience to many new works, including those of [[Johannes Brahms]] and [[Richard Wagner]]. | Dessoff began his career as a conductor at the court of [[Karlsruhe]], where he worked from 1858 to 1860. He then moved to Vienna, where he served as the conductor of the [[Vienna Philharmonic]] from 1860 to 1875. During his tenure, Dessoff introduced the Viennese audience to many new works, including those of [[Johannes Brahms]] and [[Richard Wagner]]. | ||
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In addition to his work as a conductor, Dessoff was also a prolific composer. He composed a number of symphonies, chamber music, and choral works. His compositions were well-received and contributed significantly to his reputation as a leading figure in the world of classical music. | In addition to his work as a conductor, Dessoff was also a prolific composer. He composed a number of symphonies, chamber music, and choral works. His compositions were well-received and contributed significantly to his reputation as a leading figure in the world of classical music. | ||