Brahms' Relationship with Clara Schumann

Who did Brahms maintain a lifelong, close relationship with?

a. Fanny Mendelssohn.

b. Clara Schumann.

c. George Sand.

d. Amy Beach.

Final answer:

Brahms maintained a lifelong relationship with b) Clara Schumann, a renowned pianist and the wife of his mentor, Robert Schumann.

The composer Johannes Brahms maintained a lifelong, close relationship with Clara Schumann, not with Fanny Mendelssohn, George Sand, or Amy Beach. Clara Schumann was a renowned pianist and the wife of Robert Schumann, a close mentor to Brahms. Their relationship extended beyond mere friendship; Clara was also a devoted advocate of Johannes Brahms' music and often performed his pieces during her concerts.