Gerhard von Breuning

Moritz Gerhard von Breuning (28 August 1813 – 6 May 1892)[1] was an Austrian physician, known for his documentation and friendship of Ludwig van Beethoven during the composer's last years.

[2][3] Gerhard von Breuning is known particularly for his friendship in his youth with composer Ludwig van Beethoven.

The young Beethoven became a close friend to the entire Breuning family and gave piano lessons to Stephan's younger siblings.

Beethoven and Stephan were also both violin pupils of Franz Anton Ries, and their friendship continued in Vienna.

[2][3] Breuning later became an eminent physician in Vienna and was also for many years an active committee member of the Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde.