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Birth
Lugwig Van Beethoven was born in 1770 in Bonn, Germany. -
At 5 years old, Beethoven showed great skill at the piano
His father taught him since childhood -
He took classes with the musician Christian NEEFE
Who impressed by his talent gave him a deep musical training -
He became a professional musician
With just 11 years old, Beethoven became a professional musician -
He played for the great composer mozart
At 16 years old he played for the great composer Mozart.
Who was impressed with the talent of the young beethoven -
Beethoven moved to Vienna
In 1792 Beethoven moved to Vienna, Austria.
City considered the world capital of music and where the best composers of his time lived. And there he composed his main works -
Beethoven began to lose his hearing
However, at 26, Beethoven began to lose his hearing.
But he kept his deficiency in secret for many years. Despite having caused him great suffering, he continued composing -
He wrote his ninth symphony
At 54 years old in 1824 Beethoven composed one of his best-known works. His ninth symphony -
Death
Beethoven died on March 26, 1827.
In Vienna Austria -
Personality
Beethoven's personal life was problematic due to his growing deafness. Beethoven was often irritable and could suffer from bipolar disorder, however, he had an intimate circle of faithful friends throughout his life, perhaps attracted by the strength of his reputation. Towards the end of his life, Beethoven's friends competed in their efforts to help the composer alleviate his physical disabilities. -
Personality
He stopped playing on the piano if his audience started talking to each other or if they stopped paying full attention. In social events, he refused to interpret if invited to do so without prior notice.
