Life of Beethoven
Including his correspondence with friends, numerous characteristic traits, and remarks on his musical worksBy Anton Schindler
Length11h 57m
About this audiobook
In "Life of Beethoven," Anton Schindler presents a compelling biographical account of one of the most influential composers in Western music history. Schindler's narrative blends meticulous research with a vivid literary style, capturing not only Beethoven's artistic evolution but also the personal struggles that shaped his monumental works. Written in the 19th century, amidst the Romantic movement that celebrated individuality and emotional depth, Schindler's portrayal of Beethoven remains a profound reflection on the interplay between genius and adversity, revealing the man behind the music in a time when composers were becoming public figures. Anton Schindler was a close associate and student of Beethoven, gaining unique insights into his subject's life and character. His firsthand experiences and access to Beethoven's circle allow for a rare, intimate perspective that transcends mere historical recounting. Schindler's connections and emotional investments lend authenticity to the narrative, making it not just a biography but a heartfelt homage to a master whose struggle with deafness and existential challenges deeply affected his prolific output. "Life of Beethoven" is an essential read for music enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of creativity. Schindler'Äôs engaging prose and intimate portrayal illuminate Beethoven'Äôs legacy, making it a timeless exploration of an artist'Äôs life that resonates with anyone who has ever grappled with their own aspirations and limitations.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length11 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE EDITOR'S PREFACE.
485.
2CONTENTS OF THE F I R S T V O L U M E.
496.
3INTRODUCTION.
507.
4FIRST PERIOD. FROM HIS BIRTH TO THE YEAR 1800.
518.
5I.
529.
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6II.
531.
7III.
542.
8THIRD PERIOD. FROM NOVEMBER, 1813, TILL HIS DEATH, IN 1827. PART I.
553.
9THIRD PERIOD. TILL HIS DEATH IN 1827. PART II.
564.
10No. I.
575.
111.
586.
122.
597.
133.
608.[180]
144.
619.
155.
6210.
166.
6311.
177.
6412.
188.
6513.
199.
6614.
2010.
6715.
2111.
6816.
22No. II.
6917.
231.
7018.
242.
7119.
253.
7220.
26No. IV.
7321.
27No. V.
7422.
28No. VI.
7523.
29CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME.
7624.
30I.
7725.
31II.
7826.
32III.
7927.
33IV.
8028.
34V.
8129.
35VI.
8230.
36VII.
83No. III.
37VIII.
84No. IV.
38IX.
85No. V.
39X.
861.
40XI.
872.
41XII.
883.
42MUSICAL OBSERVATIONS.[109]
894.
43II. CHARACTERISTIC TRAITS AND PECULIARITIES OF BEETHOVEN.
90No. VII.
441.
91No. VIII.
452.
92No. IX.
463.
93SYSTEMATIC CATALOGUE OF ALL THE ORIGINAL WORKS BY LUDWIG VON BEETHOVEN, AS PUBLISHED BY T. HASLINGER, FROM VIENNA.
474.
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