Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) was a German composer and pianist, the pivotal figure bridging the Classical and Romantic eras in Western music. Despite progressive deafness, he composed some of music's greatest masterpieces including the Ninth Symphony.
Transformed Western music from the Classical to Romantic era; the Ninth Symphony (Ode to Joy) is among the most significant musical compositions ever.
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