Life of Ludwig van Beethoven, Volume I
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Volume I of Alexander Wheelock Thayer's 'Life of Ludwig van Beethoven' presents a detailed account of the composer's life and early career. Thayer draws on extensive research and firsthand accounts to chronicle Beethoven's childhood, his musical education, and his early compositions. The book explores the formative influences on Beethoven's development as a musician, including his relationship with his father, his studies with Haydn, and his immersion in the musical culture of Vienna. Thayer also examines Beethoven's struggles with deafness, which would profoundly impact his personal and musical life in the years to come.Book Details
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