Henselt, Adolphvon (Adol'f L'vovich) (5–9–1814 [incorrectly given as 5–12–1814 in some sources], Schwabach, Bavaria; 10–10–1889, [Cieplice] Warmbrunn, Silesia). German pianist, pedagogue, and comp. Following study with Frau von Fladt, a pupil of Weber, he made his debut in Munich (3–12–1829). His playing greatly impressed Ludwig I of Bavaria, and the latter arranged for Henselt to continue his training in Vienna with Hummel. Henselt, however, found Hummel's methods “old-fashioned” and, after…