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Ludwig van Beethoven

Musician

German composer (1770–1827), central figure in the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era; composer of nine symphonies, 32 piano sonatas, five piano concertos, and significant chamber and vocal works.

Born in Bonn in 1770; died in Vienna in 1827. He experienced progressive hearing loss and was profoundly deaf in later years. Canonical works include the Symphonies (notably Nos. 3, 6, 7, 9), the 32 piano sonatas (including Op.111 and the 'Moonlight' first movement), the Diabelli Variations, the 'Emperor' Piano Concerto (No.5), the 'Kreutzer' Sonata, and the opera Fidelio.

DeBaser hosts a substantial set of appreciative, analytical reviews of Beethoven. Writers concentrate on symphonies, piano sonatas and chamber music, with frequent attention to late-period innovations. Recommended listening and recordings are cited throughout.

For:Classical-music listeners, students, performers and curious newcomers

 There is always a certain reverential fear when approaching Beethoven.

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 The purest talent in the history of music was named Ludwig Van Beethoven. He broke the strings and hammers of all the pianos he touched because he had no limits. And he broke souls.

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 Art, just art held me back

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 A luminescent triumph.

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