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The Symphony No. 3 in E ♭ major, Op. 55, (also Italian Sinfonia Eroica, Heroic Symphony; German: Eroica, pronounced [eˈʁoːikaː] ⓘ) is a symphony in four movements by Ludwig van Beethoven. One of Beethoven's most celebrated works, the Eroica symphony is a large-scale composition that marked the beginning of the composer's innovative ...
- 1802–1804
- 55
- Four
- 7 April 1805: Vienna
Eroica Symphony, symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, known as the Eroica Symphony for its supposed heroic nature. The work premiered in Vienna on April 7, 1805, and was grander and more dramatic than customary for symphonies at the time. It was Beethoven’s largest solely instrumental work.
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A guide to Beethoven's Symphony No. 3 'Eroica' - Classical Music. We analyse the genius behind Beethoven's Third Symphony, 'Eroica'. Visit BBC Music for more guides and insights into the wonderful world of classical music.
Apr 7, 2024 · April 7, 2024. By. Jessica Duchen. Photo: Murat Taner / Getty Images. Beethoven ’s Symphony No. 3 in E flat major, the ‘Eroica’ Symphony, changed the musical world and is perhaps his...
