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Quick Facts About Beethoven

• Born Ludwig van Beethoven on December 17, 1770 in Bonn; died March 26, 1827 in Vienna. Britannica confirms his birth/death and biographical outline. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ludwig-van-Beethoven?utm_source=openai))
• Beethoven bridged Classical and Romantic music, expanding forms like the symphony, quartet, and sonata; he is often cited as a pivotal figure in Western art music. Britannica notes his innovations and influence. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ludwig-van-Beethoven/Reputation-and-influence?utm_source=openai))
• Major works include the nine symphonies, late string quartets, and 32 piano sonatas (e.g., the Hammerklavier, Op. 106). Britannica and cross-referenced catalogs summarize his prolific output. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/summary/Ludwig-van-Beethoven?utm_source=openai))
• He began losing hearing around 1795 and was almost completely deaf by 1819, a notable aspect of his life often highlighted in biographies. Britannica. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ludwig-van-Beethoven?utm_source=openai))
• Beethoven’s 250th birthday was celebrated in 2020 with global campaigns (Beethoven Year 2020, extended into 2021), including digital initiatives and repository projects. ([bthvn2020.de](https://bthvn2020.de/en/?utm_source=openai))
• Complete discography reference: major boxed sets like Beethoven: The Complete Works (80 CDs) were released in 2019 by Warner Classics, representing a comprehensive modern recording survey. ([warnerclassics.com](https://www.warnerclassics.com/release/beethoven-complete-works?utm_source=openai))