“It is the power of music to carry one directly into the mental state of the composer.”
“I have never thought of writing for reputation and honor.
What I have in my heart must come out; that is the reason why I compose.”
Ludwig van Beethoven
The Musical Genius
Ludwig van Beethoven was a famous composer from Germany who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He was born in the city of Bonn in 1770 and showed his love for music from a very young age. Beethoven’s music is still loved and celebrated around the world today.
Beethoven was a musical genius, but his life was not easy. He started losing his hearing when he was only in his twenties. Despite this challenge, he continued to create beautiful music. Beethoven wrote many symphonies, piano sonatas, and string quartets. His most famous works include the “Symphony No. 9” and the “Moonlight Sonata.”
One interesting thing about Beethoven is that he was a very passionate person. He poured his emotions into his music, and you can feel the intensity when you listen to his compositions. Beethoven’s music can be lively and joyful, but it can also be dramatic and powerful.
Beethoven’s legacy lives on today through his incredible music. People all over the world still listen to and perform his compositions.
He is remembered not only as a brilliant composer but also as a symbol of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity.
“To play a wrong note is insignificant. To play without passion is inexcusable!“
“What you are, you are by accident of birth; what I am, I am by myself. There are and will be a thousand princes; there is only one Beethoven.”
TEST 27
1: Where was Beethoven born?
A) Paris
B) Bonn
C) London
D) Vienna
2: What was Beethoven’s profession?
A) Painter
B) Scientist
C) Composer
D) Athlete
3: Which sense did Beethoven start to lose in his twenties?
A) Sight
B) Taste
C) Hearing
D) Touch
4: What is one of Beethoven’s most famous compositions?
A) “Fur Elise”
B) “Swan Lake”
C) “Symphony No. 9”
D) “Eine kleine Nachtmusik”
5: How did Beethoven express his emotions in his music?
A) By painting
B) By dancing
C) By writing stories
D) By composing
6: What is one word that describes Beethoven’s music?
A) Boring
B) Exciting
C) Predictable
D) Colorful
