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Beethovenfest 2009 turns on the light

Under the motto "In the Light," this year's Beethovenfest features internationally acclaimed artists, plus complete Beethoven cycles and an inspiring series of out-of-the box events. »

 
 
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Podcast live performances from the Beethovenfest

Deutsche Welle presents live recordings, including Beethoven's symphonies, performed by an exciting and critically acclaimed young orchestra: the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen and star conductor Paavo Jarvi.  »

 

Beethoven: The Face of a Genius

In the 230 odd years since Ludwig van Beethoven's birth, hundreds of artists have been inspired by him. Perhaps due to his stern and powerful features, artists of all kinds have represented Beethoven visually, ranging from portraits painted during his lifetime to Hollywood movies.

 
 
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Dossier: Interviews and portraits of top musicians

DW presents a collection of interviews and portraits with world-class musicians.  »

 
 
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Kurt Masur conducts the New York Philharmonic

Beethovenfest 2008

Beethoven's Ninth Reflects Will to Live, Says Kurt Masur

The Beethovenfest in Bonn celebrated one of its high points when Kurt Masur drew 3,000 people to a public screening in the city center. Masur told Deutsche Welle about interpreting Beethoven for thousands. »

 
 
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The frowning face on a Beethoven monument in Vienna

Man and Myth: Misconceptions of Beethoven

The German composer was hard of hearing, always in a bad mood, and useless with women. A romantically glorified image: the lonely, troubled, but of course ingenious artist. »

 
 
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Are you a Beethoven fan? Send us an e-mail and let us know why you like his music and what your favorite work is.  »