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BEETHOVEN Ludwig von
Romain Rolland said of him: "He is far more than the first musicians. He is the mosted force of modern art." Strongly marked by the occurrence of deafness, nevertheless he has a major impact on all Western music.
Last great figure of the classical period, Romantic style succeeded him naturally. His work affirms the independence of artists and power of free creation.
Medieval
The term of medieval music is very general term. This era began with the fall of the Roman Empire and ended near 15th century. It is often associated with Christianity, but can also be secular.
Several musical forms appeared during this period, especially polyphony, courtly, Mass and court music.