by Luca Bianchini

This is not just calligraphy – it’s a gateway to Mozart’s world, letter by letter. In this tutorial series, you’ll learn to read the real handwriting of Mozart, starting with his letters from 1783. Each post focuses on a new letter, concept, or detail, with direct references to authentic manuscripts. If you’ve ever wanted to decipher what Mozart actually wrote, you’re in the right place.

Start from the top or jump to any lesson. New lessons and short video recaps will be added regularly. All examples use real images from Mozart’s correspondence.