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Apr
Biography
- Beethoven’s first written concerto, Piano Concerto No. 1 was actually not his first! It was published first but was his third written concerto.
- Beethoven struggled with math. He left school at age 11 knowing how to add and subtract but not how to multiply or divide.
- At age 25, Beethoven began to lose his hearing. At 27, he would hear a constant buzzing, and at 46, he was completely deaf. He went on to write some of his best works without even hearing them!
Famous Works
Listen to Beethoven
These pieces made Ludwig van Beethoven famous all around the world. Press a Listen button and hear the music for yourself!
9 Symphonies
Symphony No. 5 and 9 are most popular
Piano Sonata No. 14
Also called the Moonlight Sonata
Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59 "Für Elise"
Symphony Spotlight
Where can you hear Ludwig van Beethoven's music?
The Columbus Symphony brings this music to life on stage. Check out these programs, and maybe you can hear it in person!
30
Apr
April 30-May 1, 2027: Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 (“Choral”)
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Solar System Symphony: Allegro from Symphony No. 6 in F Major
Learn MoreDecoded Classics 2027: Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 55 (“Eroica”)
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