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Beethoven

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English meaning: Ludwig van Beethoven (German composer)

German Definition

(Deutsch)

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) gilt als einer der größten Komponisten der westlichen Musikgeschichte.

English Definition

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) is considered one of the greatest composers in Western music history, bridging the Classical and Romantic periods. His nine symphonies — especially the Ninth with 'Ode to Joy' (now the EU anthem) — redefined orchestral music. Beethoven's compositions, created partly while deaf, represent one of humanity's greatest artistic achievements.

Example

Beethovens Neunte Symphonie mit der 'Ode an die Freude' ist die Hymne der Europäischen Union.

In English: Beethoven's Ninth Symphony with 'Ode to Joy' is the anthem of the European Union.

Literary Heritage

Grau, teurer Freund, ist alle Theorie, und grün des Lebens goldner Baum.

Grey, dear friend, is all theory, and green the golden tree of life.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe · Poet and playwright · Late 18th – early 19th century

Faust

Goethe, Faust, Part I, 'Study' scene, Mephistopheles speaking, line 2038–2039

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