On the day of arrival in Leipzig Adrian instead of an inn is brought in some brothel. However Kretzschmar believes that the atmosphere of the institution such as a conservatory could be fatal for his talent. He got disappointed in theology and is now studying philosophy, but he tends more and more to the music. Leverkühn continues to maintain contact with Kretzschmar and, when the last is invited to the Conservatory in Leipzig, he goes there too. Watching Adrian in society of the born in the same year Zeitblom is increasingly convinced of his unusual nature. There the teacher of psychology of religion Shlepfus teaches his students the theory of real magic and demonic presence in human life. Despite a brilliant success in school, the boy differs by slight arrogance and secretive nature and loves privacy.Īt the age of fourteen Adrian is interested in music and on the advice of his uncle begins to take lessons at the musician Wendell Kretzschmar, who, despite the severe stuttering, reads exciting public lectures on the theory and history of music and teaches young people the fine musical tasteĪfter finishing high school, Adrian studies theology at the University of Halle, where Zeitblom moved as well. In the city he lives in the house of his uncle, who keeps a music store. In Adrian woke apparent ability to the sciences, and he is given into the high school. The whole lifestyle of the family with two more children, embodies integrity and a strong commitment to traditions. Early childhood he has spent in his father's estate, near Kayzersashern. Having been born in 1883, he graduated from high school campus Kayzersasherna, then university, became a teacher of classical languages and acquired family.Īdrian Leverkühn is two years younger. The life of the German composer Adrian Leverkühn is told by his friend – a doctor of philosophy Serenus Zeitblom. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community.

Doctor faustus mann