Ludwig Beethoven

— Symphony No.9 in D minor

One of the great inspirations for Ludwig Beethoven was his teacher, Christian Gottlob Neefe, who instructed him in the art of composition. There were several other influences, including the work of Mozart, but Beethoven always had the urge to break new creative ground; to make something his own; to employ his training to innovate in surprising ways. Sir Norman Foster is an icon in the world of architecture, celebrated for his leadership in innovative solutions that have defined the skylines of some of the world’s greatest cities.