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Ludwig van Beethoven's Life in Weeks

A pivotal figure in the transition from Classical to Romantic music who continued composing masterpieces even after becoming almost completely deaf. His works remain cornerstones of Western classical music.

1770–1827 German Composer 2,936 weeks (56 years)

Ludwig van Beethoven's 2,936 Weeks

Each box represents one week. Lived weeks Key milestones

2,936
Total Weeks
20,552
Days Lived
5
Key Milestones
56
Years

Key Milestones

Age 7 · Week ~364

Gave his first public performance as a pianist

Age 21 · Week ~1,092

Moved to Vienna to study with Haydn

Age 31 · Week ~1,612

Wrote the Heiligenstadt Testament, revealing his despair over deafness

Age 38 · Week ~1,976

Premiered the Fifth and Sixth Symphonies

Age 53 · Week ~2,756

Premiered the Ninth Symphony with its iconic Ode to Joy

Legacy

Composed nine symphonies, five piano concertos, and numerous string quartets that expanded the scope of music. His Ninth Symphony, composed while nearly deaf, is one of the most performed works in history.

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