COMPOSER: LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (17 DEC 1770 – 26 MAR 1827)
Ludwig van Beethoven’s 32 Variations in C Minor, WoO 80 is a striking set of variations for solo piano, composed in 1806. This work showcases Beethoven’s ingenuity, transforming a simple, somber theme into a virtuosic and emotionally dynamic journey, reflecting his unique ability to combine structural clarity with expressive intensity.