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The Birth of a Muscician
Ludwig Van Beethoven was born on December 16, 1770 in Bonn, Germany. His father, Johann Beethoven, was a court muscician and had very little strength in character and his mother was a noble woman who was rich in spirit and knew very little in education and birth. Johann believed that Ludwig obtained his muscial talents from his grandfather. This is significant because Ludwig Van Beethoven would later on become a well known muscician. Source: (Burch 55) -
Discovery of Antarctica
Captain James Cook discovered Antarctica on January 17, 1773. Antarctica is the coldest, driest and windiest out of all seven continents. Antarctica had no attention from the people because it lacked basic necessities for survival. It did not get attention until the 19th century. This event is significant because Antarctica became one of our seven continents. Source: (Who Discovered Antarctica?) -
Public Recital for Young Beethoven
Ludwig Van Beethoven had his first ever public recital on March 26, 1778 at the age of seven. Beethoven's father thought that his musical talents were so good that he organized an event for Beethoven to showcase his skills. Although Beethoven played spectacularly well, he did not recieve much attention from the press as his father expected him to. This is significant because when Beethoven grew up, he became well known, but as a child he was unsuccessful. Source: (Ludwig van Beethoven Bio) -
Meeting Mozart
Beethoven first met Mozart on April 7, 1787. Beethoven traveled to Vienna just to meet Mozart and perform a piece of music for him. Mozart did not seem too impressed by him at first, but after telling Beethoven what to fix in his music, he grew interested in Beethoven's talents. This is significant because Mozart was Beethoven's inspiration to write music. Source: (Jaobs 34-36) -
Nothwest Ordinance
On July 13, 1787, the Northwest Ordinance was adopted by the Confederation Congress. It said that any new states created would be equal and fair to the first thirteen original states created. The Northwest Ordinance gave protection to civil liberties and slavery was to be banned in the new territories. This is significant because the United States would able to expand west of North America. Source: (Northwest Ordinance) -
Going Public in Vienna
Beethoven first performed in Vienna on March 29, 1795. It is said that he performed either his First or Second Piano Concerto. During his preparations for his appearance in Vienna, Beethoven was able to compose Sonatas Op 2 which gained much recognition from the people. This event is significant because Beethoven was able to gain recognition in Vienna and perform there for the very first time. Source: (Beethoven's history: 1770 - 1802) -
The Composition of Symphony No. 1
On April 2, 1800, Beethoven showcased his composition, Symphony No. 1 for the first time in Vienna. He mentioned that he did not know how to compose at the time and he grew to hate his composition overtime. Symphony No. 1 was written in C Major and performed at the Royal Imperial Theater. This is significant because Symphony No. 1 brought recognition to Beethoven as one of Europe's most celebrated composers. Source: (Ludwig van Beethoven Biography) -
The 1801 Act of Union
The 1801 Act of Union had made Ireland and Britain merge into one kingdom on January 1, 1801. This agreement allowed the Anglican Church to be known as the Church of Ireland, free trade between Great Britain and Ireland and no catholics were able to have public offices. Pitt wanted to change The Act because he thought that Catholic Emancipation was needed, but was ignored. This is significant because The Act did not help Ireland at all. Source: (Britain, Ireland, and disaster) -
I'm Deaf
Ludwig Van Beethoven decides to tell his good friend Dr. Franz Wegeler that he is deaf on June 29, 1801. Beethoven mentions his hearing has become worse over the past three years and is unable to predict his fate. When Beethoven wrote this letter, he was composing the 1801 Moonlight Sonata. This is significant because for the very first time he told someone about him being deaf and this could affect his career as a muscican. Source: (Beethoven's history: 1770 - 1802) -
Louisiana Purchase
The Louisiana Territory was given to the United States on December 20, 1803. Napoleon needed to make money to support his European troops and so he sold Louisiana thinking that he wouldn't need it. Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark to explore the land that was purchased. This is significant because it led to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Source: (December 20, 1803 – United States Gets Louisiana Territory) -
Louis and Clark Expedition
The Louis and Clark Expedition started on May 21, 1804. Louis and Clark were able to learn about Louisiana and study the rock formations, animals and other living organisms within the land. The Louis and Clark Expedition was known as the "Corps of Discovery" because they were able to find many resources. This event is significant because people in the future were able to know the contents of Louisiana from the expedition. Source: (The Journey Begins
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Beethoven's "Fidelio"
On November 20, 1805, the only opera by Beethoven named Fidelio was premiered in Vienna. "Fidelio" is about a woman named Leonore and the only way he can rescue her husband is if she dresses as a prison guard and seeks for him in the prison. The opera is to give a political outlook of things. This is significant because this was the only opera by Beethoven that premiered in Vienna. Source: (November 20th, 1805 – Beethoven’s “Fidelio”) -
The Seventh Symphony
The Seventh Symphony was first performed on December 8, 1813. It was written in A Major, Op 92 and is considered one of the most beautiful pieces of music Beethoven has ever wrote. The Seventh Symphony was dedicated to the soldiers wounded a few months earlier in the battle of Hanau. This is significant because this was one of Beethoven's successful concerts in his career. Source: (Beethoven, Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92 ) -
Napoleon's Defeat at Waterloo
Napoleon Bonaparte had lost his battle against the Prussians on June 18, 1815. The Prussians attacked from the east and Napoleon's army had a disorganized retreat, costing him 25,000 men to be killed. Napoleon surrendered to British protection and was then exiled in St. Helena on June 22. This is significant because it ended Napoleon's rule in Europe. Source: (Napoleon Defeated at Waterloo) -
The Performance of The Ninth Symphony
The Ninth Symphony was first performed in Vienna by Beethoven on May 7, 1824. It was written in D major and dedicated to the King of Prussia, Friedrich Wilhelm III. Beethoven took about three years composing this piece of music and to perfect it to the best of his ability. This event is significant because Beethoven was once again recieved much success from The Ninth Symphony. Source: (Beethoven: The Ninth Symphony with choir in D minor, Opus 125) -
Beethoven's Death
Beethoven eventually died from pneumonia on March 26, 1827. In the last years of his life, he was very unhappy and his life wasn't filled with much joy. His nephew, Carl, always caused trouble and lawsuits and personal complications made Beethoven stressed and his health worse. Carl neglected his uncle and never called a doctor to check up on him. This event is signifcant because if a doctor was called, Ludiwg could have possibly still have been alive. Source: (Burch 60)
