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The Story of Beethoven with Music

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ISBN: 9781619990876

My Father's World presents the lives and music of the world's great composers in an exciting, easy-to-follow format. A narrator discusses the composer's life, and specially selected music is played - an interesting, informative way to learn more about the giants of classical music.

Overview

My Father's World presents the lives and music of the world's great composers in an exciting, easy-to-follow format. A narrator discusses the composer's life, and specially selected music is played - an interesting, informative way to learn more about the giants of classical music.

Did you know?

  • Committed to equality and freedom, Beethoven dedicated his third symphony to Napoleon, but when the latter declared himself Emperor, the composer crossed out the dedication and called it "Eroica" instead.
  • Beethoven was admired as a pianist, but had to give up performing when his hearing failed. He never heard his greatest compositions.
  • Although his personal life was unhappy, Beethoven's music expresses optimism and a world where universal brotherhood prevails.
  • At his death, Beethoven was recognized as Europe's greatest composer. Thousands attended his funeral, even many who did not understand his music.

Narrated by Arthur Hannes

SPECIAL BONUS: Following The Story of Beethoven with Music, you will hear the complete Piano Concerto no. 5 ("Emperor").

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