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2 days ago · Ludwig van Beethoven (baptised 17 December 1770 – 26 March 1827) was a German composer and pianist. He is one of the most revered figures in the history of Western music; his works rank among the most performed of the classical music repertoire and span the transition from the Classical period to the Romantic era in classical music.
May 13, 2024 · Scientists discovered alarmingly high lead concentrations in Beethoven’s hair, with levels reaching up to 95 times the expected amount. This toxic exposure is linked to his severe liver disease, hearing loss, and chronic gastrointestinal issues.
May 27, 2024 · Age 30. Burial of Philip of Swabia, King of Germany. Domplatz, Speyer, RP, 67346, Germany. Genealogy for King Philipp von Hohenstaufen, herzogin von Schwaben (1177 - 1208) family tree on Geni, with over 260 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives.
May 14, 2024 · High levels of heavy metals detected in Ludwig van Beethoven's hair reveal that he may have had lead poisoning, possibly contributing to his deafness and other illnesses, a new study finds.
May 30, 2024 · Aside from pioneering the Classical Era, Ludwig van Beethoven redefined sonatas in piano, both technically and musically. However, for all his greatness, Beethoven also had his fair share of quirks and strangeness. Take a closer look at this great composer’s life with these Beethoven facts.
May 12, 2024 · Symphony No. 9 premiered on May 7, 1824, in Vienna, to an overwhelmingly enthusiastic audience, and it is widely viewed as Beethoven’s greatest composition. The “Ode to Joy” from Ludwig von Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 is the anthem of the European Union.
May 13, 2024 · Welcome to our deep dive into the extraordinary life and lasting impact of Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the most revered composers in the history of classical music. In this comprehensive video...
