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Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies

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One Washington Square, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192-0171

+1 408-808-2058

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“A Rich Asset for Music Lovers”

I went with my nephew who is a music major. I wanted him to see the items there because of how... read more

Reviewed August 5, 2016

JDLee98

San Jose, California

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“Wonderful visit!”

I was in town and while looking for things to do on Trip Advisor, I came across this place. It is... read more

Reviewed March 21, 2016

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Chicago, Illinois

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Aug 5, 2016

“A Rich Asset for Music Lovers”

Mar 21, 2016

“Wonderful visit!”

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One Washington Square, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192-0171

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+1 408-808-2058

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JDLee98

San Jose, California

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Reviewed August 5, 2016 via mobile

A Rich Asset for Music Lovers

I went with my nephew who is a music major. I wanted him to see the items there because of how unique they are. We were surprised by the welcome that the staff member--she totally showed us around, explained the significance of the items, and...More

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dionysia5

Chicago, Illinois

347

Reviewed March 21, 2016 via mobile

Wonderful visit!

I was in town and while looking for things to do on Trip Advisor, I came across this place. It is located in the library on the San Jose State campus on the 5th floor. When arriving, I was immediately greeted and shown around. The...More

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Diane H

San Jose, California

276

Reviewed December 16, 2015

A Step Back in Time

We went to visit this site and were impressed with the things they have of Beethoven's. We were able to sit at a piano and play a tune. And see some of Beethoven's music. It was a fun morning.

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mini

Fremont, California

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Reviewed February 27, 2015

Interesting Beethoven Center

The Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies is located on the San Jose State University on the 5th floor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library. I enjoyed visiting. It is a one room museum with different pianos and Beethoven History. Currently they have...More

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Asterixes

Reviewed July 2, 2014

Great and interesting collection

There is a great collection of Beethoven sketches and manuscripts. The best thing though are the historical keyboards, which the public is allowed to play. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and can teach you no matter your musical background.

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SacTomato

Sacramento

Reviewed October 13, 2013

the largest collection of Beethoven materials outside of Europe

Who would have known this was here? The Beethoven Center is located on the fifth floor of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. library in downtown San Jose. The library is a collaboration of San Jose State University and the San Jose Library. The center...More

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miamia246

sfo

1912

Reviewed January 16, 2013

"Hidden" gem

Excellent! Despite the size (it's only 1 large room), this is a must see for people interested in classical music. I brought a group here and setting up a "tour" was extremely easy by sending an email to them. I don't know if they normally...More

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malaysianinnewyork

Reviewed January 3, 2011

A must-visit for all music enthusiasts!

I could have spent hours here if I did not arrive late. There are so many wonderful exhibits here! In fact, the curator said they cycle their displays so there should be even more to be seen! Highly recommended if you are a music (especially...More

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ladylyn

Nampa ID

Reviewed September 21, 2007

Favorite San Jose attraction

I had gone to visit a friend who lived in San Jose, and she had planned all the great attractions, which were wonderful, but this one, we inadvertently stumbled across! That visit MADE MY TRIP if I had not seen anything else! I am a...More

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