a German Romantic composer, teacher, and conductor who wrote more than 200 works, including three violin concertos, the first of which has become a staple of the violin repertoire

a German lyricist, dramatist, and author

an influential writer and poet and a Roman Catholic priest from Belgium

an Italian painter and a leading figure of the Futurist movement that flourished in Italy during the beginning of the 20th century

an American-born British author. He is considered by many to be among the greatest novelists in the English language.

a Spanish surrealist artist renowned for his technical skill, precise draftsmanship, and the striking and bizarre images in his work.