Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778–1837), famous Austrian pianist and versatile composer, Mozart’s pupil and Beethoven’s friend {see, respectively, planets  (1034) and  (1815)}, made numerous concert tours. He was appointed conductor of the court orchestra in Weimar in 1819 and held this position until his death. His tomb is in the historical churchyard in Weimar {see planet  (3539)}. (M 42364) _ _.