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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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. »Mehr zu: title"
Conductor Lorin Maazel: Masterpieces Survive Everything
Entering his final season as music director of the prestigious New York Philharmonic, Lorin Maazel told DW-WORLD.DE about the legacy he leaves behind with the orchestra and his plans to compose and found a new festival. »Mehr zu: title"
Beethovenfest Director Talks Ninth Symphony Politics
Beethovenfest Director Ilona Schmiel spoke with Deutsche Welle about the power of Beethoven's famous Ninth Symphony, and why the month-long event focuses on the influential work. »Mehr zu: title"
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. »Mehr zu: title"
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Music is Lifeblood for Conductor Kurt Masur
Internationally renowned conductor Kurt Masur will direct the Orchestre National de France in performing all nine Beethoven symphonies at this year's Beethovenfest in Bonn. DW takes a look at the man behind the baton. »Mehr zu: title"
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Bonn Young People Say Beethoven Belongs to Their City
On the eve of the 2008 Beethovenfest in Bonn DW-WORLD.DE took to the streets of Beethoven's birthplace to see if young people like Beethoven or if they have had enough of old Ludwig. »Mehr zu: title"
