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The Life of Ludwig van Beethoven, Volume II
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- Language
- en
About this book
Creators: Alexander Wheelock Thayer (1817-1897) and Henry Edward Krehbiel (1854-1923) [Translator] "The Life of Ludwig van Beethoven, Volume II" by Alexander Wheelock Thayer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This biography delves into the life and works of the renowned composer Ludwig van Beethoven, focusing on his artistic journey, relationships, and the significant events that shaped his career during the early 1800s. The opening of the volume sets the scene in Vienna around the year 1803, detailing the artistic climate of the time, Beethoven's engagement at the Theater-an-der-Wien, and his first oratorio, "Christus am Ölberg." It describes the competition in the operatic world, particularly with the rise of Cherubini's works, and highlights Beethoven's collaboration with the notable violinist Bridgetower on the "Kreutzer" Sonata. The narrative unfolds the challenges and triumphs of Beethoven's early career, touching on his relationships with other musicians and his growing popularity while facing the struggles of increasing deafness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 1059