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Today in History—April 27: Beethoven’s most popular song
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A black and white illustration of Beethoven seated at a piano, surrounded by scattered sheet music, with a cello nearby, referencing his composition Fur Elise.

Today in History—April 27: Beethoven’s most popular song: References & Edit History

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  • Brian Duignan
    Brian Duignan is a senior editor at EncyclopĂŠdia Britannica. His subject areas include philosophy, law, social science, politics, political theory, and religion.

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