Beethoven's Letters 1790-1826, Volume 1 by Ludwig van Beethoven

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Author Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827
Compiler Köchel, Ludwig Ritter von, 1800-1877
Compiler Nohl, Ludwig, 1831-1885
Translator Wallace, Grace, Lady, 1804-1878
Title Beethoven's Letters 1790-1826, Volume 1
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, John Williams and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team.
Summary "Beethoven's Letters 1790-1826, Volume 1" by Ludwig van Beethoven is a collection of correspondence from one of the most renowned composers in Western music history, created in the late 18th to early 19th century. The letters provide an insightful glimpse into both the personal and artistic life of Beethoven, covering various periods of his life and highlighting his profound thoughts on music, friendship, and love. The opening portion of the work introduces us to several letters that showcase Beethoven's early years, touching on his relationships with patrons, friends, and family. For instance, he writes to the Elector of Cologne as a young boy, presenting his early musical endeavors with a mixture of pride and trepidation. Another poignant letter reveals his deep sense of loss following the death of his mother, showcasing vulnerability that contrasts with his later assertiveness as a composer. Overall, the initial letters set the stage for an exploration of the intimate emotions and multi-faceted character of a genius ensnared by the struggles of both his personal and professional life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827
Subject Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827. Correspondence
Subject Composers -- Austria -- Correspondence
Category Text
EBook-No. 13065
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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