Ludwig van Beethoven (16 December 1770 – 26 March 1827) was a German pianist and composer of the transitional period bet...

Ludwig van Beethoven (16 December 1770 – 26 March 1827) was a German pianist and composer of the transitional period between the late Classical and early Romantic eras. He is often regarded as one of the most brilliant, prolific and influential composers of all time. Beethoven is widely regarded as a master of musical...