This album is a "Hörbiografie" (audio biography) of Ludwig van Beethoven, presented as a series of chapters.
Recording & Production
Beethoven's words in this audio biography are almost exclusively original quotes, with very few exceptions from reliable witnesses.
Composer Biography
Ludwig van Beethoven's life spanned a turbulent period marked by great hopes, fears, and disappointments, including the French Revolution.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Beethoven believed that art, particularly instrumental music, should contribute to the progress of humanity.
Recording & Production
The musical examples in this audio biography are drawn from complete recordings by various artists, including Mariss Jansons, Michael Korstick, and Leif Ove Andsnes.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Beethoven's concept of freedom, influenced by Immanuel Kant, was also based on a strict ethic of moral duty.
Recording & Production
The audio biography features actors like Udo Wachtveitl as the narrator and Cornelius Obonya portraying Ludwig van Beethoven.
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