Beethoven
proper noun
Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪtoʊvən/
Definition
A German composer and pianist whose work marked the transition between the Classical and Romantic eras of Western art music.
Examples
Many music students spend years mastering the complex piano sonatas written by Beethoven.
The orchestra performed a powerful rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony to celebrate the anniversary.
Historians often study the personal journals of Beethoven to understand how he continued composing despite his progressive hearing loss.
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