Beethoven

You don't have to know me for long to know that Beethoven is my most admired classical composer.  Straddling the Classical & Romantic eras of Western music (and art, and philosophy, and architecture, etc), more than any other his command of musical language and ability (and preparedness!) to innovate paved the way for a whole new style of music.

I'm currently (re)-discovering the Piano Concerti, and as always am amazed at the beauty.  Try the slow movement of the 1st Concerto for some late night relaxation...