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Classical
Ludwig van Beethoven
- Years
- 1770–1827
- Nationality
- Germany
- Born in
- Bonn
- Works
- 408
- Recordings
- 47,356
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) was a Classical composer from Germany. This catalogue lists 408 recorded works across 47,356 recordings. The Op. catalogue here has 482 entries. Most recorded forms: Lied, Sonata, String Quartet.
Born
December 16, 1770
Bonn
Died
March 26, 1827
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