Beethoven’s Letters 1790-1826, Volume 2 continues the published correspondence of the great composer, presenting his thoughts and dealings in his own forceful words. The letters span his Vienna years and reach into his late maturity, addressed to friends, patrons, publishers, and fellow musicians.
They shed light on the creation of his works, his financial and family struggles, the affliction of his deafness, and the fierce independence of his character. As a primary source they bring the reader into direct contact with Beethoven’s mind and temperament. For scholars and admirers alike, the collection offers an intimate and indispensable record of the composer’s life and concerns.