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Ludwig van Beethoven
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Ludwig van Beethoven

Musician · born December 17, 1770 · died 1827

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Ludwig van Beethoven was a German composer, conductor, and pianist.

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  1. ~36Notable work: Symphony No. 31806
  2. ~39Notable work: Symphony No. 51809
  3. ~56Notable work: Symphony No. 91826

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