Beethoven, Ludwig van

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German composer and pianist; born 1770, died 1827. Widely considered to be one of the most important Western composers, and immensely influential and popular.

A few of his best known works might include
- his symphonies (No 3, Eroica; No 5; No 6, The Pastoral; No 9, the Choral);
- his piano and violin concertos;
- his violin, cello, and piano sonatas;
- his choral works, such as the Missa solemnis in D Major;
- and his wide range of chamber music.

  • American Beethoven Society  - An international organization devoted to the appreciation of Beethoven's life, music, and influence on culture and society to the present day. Includes details of membership, activities and events, publications, and contacts.
  • Beethoven Piano Society of Europe  - A forum for the appreciation of Beethoven's piano music in all its aspects. Includes details of membership, events and concerts, news, and a message board. [UK].
  • Beethoven-Haus Bonn Society  - Supports a museum, archive, concert hall, and publishes a range of titles. Includes a guide to the museum, concert program, and information about their research.
  • George Augustus Polgreen Bridgetower (1780-1860)  - An account of the Black violin virtuoso to whom Beethoven originally dedicated the Sonata for Violin and Piano No 9 in A Minor, Op. 47 (now known as the Kreutzer Sonata).
  • The Ira F Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies  - An institute of San José State University, California, devoted to the life, works, and accomplishments of Beethoven (1770-1827). Provides details of their collections and events, admissions for visitors, and their research activities and resources.
  • Ludwig van Beethoven Association  - Organizes an annual Beethoven Easter Festival and Piano Festivals in Krakow, Poland, and promotes classical music in general. Includes programs, ticket information, a history, and contacts.
  • Ludwig van Beethoven, the Immortal  - Offers a collection of resources about Beethoven's life and music, with audio samples and a listing of his compositions.
  • Ludwig van Beethoven, the Magnificent Master  - The Raptus Association for Music Appreciation (Canada) provides a substantial library of resources about the composer's life and works.
  • Ludwig van Beethoven's Website  - Provides a biography, with listening guides and audio files (in midi format) for Beethoven's music. Also includes information about Beethoven museums, recordings, and resources.
  • Mad About Beethoven  - British news presenter and anchor, John Suchet, presents an extended appreciation of the composer and his significance, with a biography.
  • Schulz's Beethoven: Schroeder's Muse  - An online exhibit exploring the significance of Beethoven in Charles Schulz's Peanuts cartoon strip.
  • The Unheard Beethoven  - A project to make all of Beethoven's unrecorded music accessible to the public. Provides a substantial collection of audio files in midi format.
 
 
 
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