The Enduring Relevance of Beethoven’s Political and Ethical Ideals
Introduction Beethoven’s music holds an indelible place in the pantheon of classical music; not only for its melodic and harmonic innovations, but for being unshakably entwined with profound political and ethical ideals. Born in an era defined by tumultuous social and political change, Ludwig van Beethoven was a product of the Enlightenment ideals which advocated for liberty, equality, and fraternity.