Beethoven – Composer Profile
Taught by renowned
pianist
Noah Alden Hardaway
Join Noah Alden Hardaway for a deep dive into the life, music, and legacy of Ludwig van Beethoven. This composer profile explores Beethoven’s artistic evolution across his early, middle, and late periods—tracing his rise from a gifted young pianist in Bonn to a revolutionary figure who redefined symphonic music while going deaf. Learn how his training with Haydn, personal circumstances, and dogged independence shaped works like the Pathétique Sonata, Eroica Symphony, and String Quartet Op. 130. With historical context, musical examples, and thoughtful analysis, this video offers a rich framework for understanding Beethoven’s music and his impact on generations of composers.

Difficulty:
All-Levels

Duration:
1
hours
hour