"Beethoven's Heroic Symphony" by Joann E. Kitchel explores the life and challenges of the great composer Ludwig van Beethoven, focusing on the creation of his groundbreaking Third Symphony, known as the "Eroica." The story delves into Beethoven's struggles with deafness, personal turmoil, and the ambitious spirit that fueled his revolutionary approach to music. Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century Europe, it captures his relationships, his quest for artistic freedom, and the impact of his work on the music world and beyond. Through vivid storytelling, readers are taken on a journey of inspiration, resilience, and the power of creativity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Once Upon a Masterpiece .

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Charlesbridge Publishing, U. S. .

A professional storyteller for more than 30 years, H. J. Arrington is best known for her spin on African folktales. She has worked as a teacher, professor, reading resource specialist, and educational consultant. JoAnn E. Kitchel currently resides in Nashua, New Hampshire, where she is a freelance illustrator. Native to Lansing, Michigan, she received her B. A. from Central Michigan University and has served in the Peace Corps as an art teacher. She is also the illustrator of The Heart of aFriendship and other children's books, such as The Farewell Symphony and Raven's Gift.