What is the first classical composer whose music you remember being able to recognize?

Mozart’s variations on “Ah vous dirai-je, Maman”, the melody to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

I’d say it was probably Ludwig von Beethoven.

His 9th Symphony leaps to mind.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imv2M64t_og

August 23, 2008, 3:24 PM EDT

Beethoven – his 5th. dun dun dun DUN!!!

Vivaldi. Still my favorite.

Mozart!

Frederic Chopin since he’s my fellow countryman.
Especially his famous burial march .

Mozart was the first one I remember.

Beethoven

Has anyone ever heard of the “Funeral March for a Marionette?”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nOfjHPcflI

August 23, 2008, 5:13 PM EDT

Mozart, The Magic Flute

Bach. Love at first hear.

Bach also.

Grieg

Beethoven

Mozart Symphony No. 40 and Requiem; and Beethoven Symphony No. 5.

Brahms – Piano Concerto #2