Many of these famous composers began their active learning and making of music at astonishingly young ages (some of them, of course, hadn't long to live, so an early start may have been no bad thing!). Which of these age data are believed to be correct for Beethoven?

First public piano performance aged 7; first published composition aged 13

First public piano performance aged 6; first published composition aged 11

First public piano performance aged 8; first published composition aged 14

First public piano performance aged 5; first published composition aged 12

One of the most remarkable facts about Beethoven's life is that he spent his last 25 years or so with a major, and relevant, disability. What was this?

He lost the use of his right hand

He suffered from fainting fits and lapses of memory

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KS2 Music Ten Pieces - Ludwig van Beethoven Quiz

Ludwig van Beethoven is possibly the most famous composer of all time. He was born in Germany in 1770 and, over the course of his life, wrote an abundance of m…

Written by James ThorntonReviewed by Dr. Emma ClarkeUpdated 17 Mar 2026

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Topic: Ludwig Van Beethoven

Questions: 10

Duration: 10 min

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Ludwig van Beethoven is possibly the most famous composer of all time. He was born in Germany in 1770 and, over the course of his life, wrote an abundance of music even though he lost his hearing. Learn more about him in this KS2 quiz for Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 on the BBC's Ten Pieces.

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