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beethoven

German composer who lived 1770-1827.

Composer of 9 syphonies, 23 piano sonatas and numerous other woks, is aknowledged by many as one of the greatest classical composers the world has ever seen.

He began to lose his hearing in 1801, and pursued a rather erratic form of behavior. His opera, Fidelio, completely flopped and Beethoven had to revise it several times. He also became depressed because of his failure in his desire to become married. However, it was during this time he wrote "Symphony no.9", (while completely deaf) which is now reconized by many as the finest Symphony ever composed.


Other famous works include:

Sonata Pathetique Op. 13
Sonata quasi una Fantasia, Op. 27
Symphony 5
Fur Elise

He is amongst the "Big Four" of the classical composing community, with Bach, Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
While the era of classical music may be past, almost everyone who walks the earth today can hum the first few bars the Fifth Symphony.
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Ludwig van Beethoven

One of the world's greatest composers. He was born in Bonn on the 16th of December, 1770. He lived his first few year in Germany then he went to Vienna, Austria. Where he learned music with the brilliant musicians Mozart and Hyden. He was a real brilliant student that astonished his teachers. He died in March, 1827. He left his music and his love letter to the "Immortal Beloved".
Ludwig van Beethoven has many great works such as the 3rd sympony "Eroica", 5th symphony "Fate Knockning on the Door", and his 9th symphony "Ode to Joy". Also he has many great piano works, he was known for his passionate music that led to the start of the Romatic Era. Works such as "Fur Elise", "Moonlight Sonata", and "Pathetique".
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Bethel

Typically (Jewish) usually used to describe a gorgeous female. Bethel's are pretty and a lot of people like them, but typically don't date many people because they like the attention. If you ever get one to like you, it's a blessing.
Did you see that hot Bethel?
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Bethan

A great welsh name often causing confusion. Heck yes.
"Hey I'm Bethan!"
"Oh, hii...*hand shake stops as person processes this*"
"It's like Bethany without the 'y,' it's Welsh...*sigh*"
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Bethany

It's from the old testament!

Home of lazarus.
She is a helper and a healer ready to build bridges between friends and foes alike.
A calming infuence for all.
Collected in times of hardship
A: how can Bethany be so calm?
B: its in her name
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Bethos

A weird awkward feeling when someone says or does something horrible and you dont know how to react.
This guy called up our receptionist and told her that her voice was sexy. She laughed for a second and then, as the bethos hit, she got this look in her eyes.
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Bethany

Bethany is a girl who most likely has oak brown hair. She went through a lot in her past but is still a ray of sunshine. Bethany is a shy girl, but when you get to know her you can see her true colors. Bethany has a beautiful voice. But sometimes with a lisp, which turns her off her singing. Bethany also loves art and acting. Bethany is a beautiful girl but doesn't like to be called beautiful because she can't see it. Bethany is a girl who any boy would simp over. Bethany is into bad boys with heart, and a little kindness, but still a badass. Bethany is strong and will always stand up for what's right. Most Bethany's are curvy but some are fat. Even though, still beautiful. Bethany loves things quiet and calm. Bethany is a best friend type of lover. Also, If you happen to run into a Bethany, know your a lucky duck. Try to be best friends or more. Love Bethany, and she will love you. Never make a Bethany cry, because she will always get some type of revenge.
"Hey dude.. Who's that?"
"The shy girl?"
" Yeah, dude! "
" That's Bethany, don't think about talking to her, she's mine! "
" May the best man win".
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