Ludwig van Beethoven the Elder
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Ludwig or Ludovicus van Beethoven the Elder (born Lodewijk van Beethoven (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈloːdəʋɛik fɑm ˈbeːt(ɦ)oːvə(n)]);[1] (?) January 5, 1712 – December 24, 1773) was a Flemish professional singer and music director, best known as the grandfather of the composer Ludwig van Beethoven.[2]
In this Dutch name, the surname is van Beethoven, not Beethoven.
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Ludwig van Beethoven | |
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Born | (1712-01-05)January 5, 1712? |
Died | December 24, 1773(1773-12-24) (aged 61) |
Occupation(s) | Singer and music director |
Spouse | Maria Josepha Poll |
Children | 3, including Johann van Beethoven |
Relatives | Ludwig van Beethoven (grandson) |
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