Ludwig van Beethoven is a German classical music composer, a prominent musical figure in the transitional period between the eras of classicism and romanticism. Widely recognized as one of the greatest composers, his work has inspired many subsequent composers, musicians and listeners. L. van Beethoven is the last representative of the Viennese classical school. His work was influenced by the music of J.S. Bach, W.A. Mozart, F.J. Haydn, and the composers of the Mannheim school. With his work, L. van Beethoven laid the foundations of romanticism, partly also of the 20th century. for music.
