Ludwig van Beethoven: 10 quotes for his birthday

Here are 10 profound, temperamental, and epic quotes from one of the greatest musical geniuses of all time, Ludwig van Beethoven.

8. Love

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The Bozeman Symphony prepares to perform at The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts on May 22, 2013 in Livingston, Montana.

"Be calm – love me – today – yesterday – what tearful longings for you – you – you – my life – my all – farewell. Oh continue to love me – never misjudge the most faithful heart of your beloved.
ever thine
ever mine
ever ours" 

– from a letter to his mysterious "Immortal Beloved" (July 7, 1812)

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