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Beethoven’s 3rd Symphony – 2nd Movement, Played by New York Philharmonic
…loneliness it caused. He also mentioned contemplating suicide but credited his art for saving him. This letter, known as the Heiligenstadt Testament, marked a significant shift in Beethoven’s musical style….
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Beethoven’s 3rd Symphony – Part 4 of 5
…him. He also mentioned that his art was the only thing that prevented him from ending his life. This letter, known as the Heiligenstadt Testament, marked a turning point in…
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Beethoven 3rd Symphony – 1st Movement
…lonely and anxious. He also mentioned considering ending his life, but his art kept him going. This letter, known as the Heiligenstadt Testament, marked a turning point in Beethoven’s musical…
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How Beethoven Created Incredible Music as a Deaf Composer
…diagnoses have been suggested over the years without a definitive conclusion. Beethoven’s struggle with his condition was heartbreakingly evident in his personal correspondences. In his “Heiligenstadt Testament,” a poignant letter…
