How and why did Beethoven choose to open the most famous piece in classical music with 'ta-ta-ta-taaaaah'? And how did he decide what to do after that? Tom Service seeks answers. Show more Beethoven 5 ...

The great composer’s iconic dark and broody notes, now in sunny C major? You probably won’t even recognise it! The first four notes of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 are some of the most famous in all of ...

The leaves haven’t even changed, and the Chicago Symphony has already given us one of its can’t-miss billings of the season. On paper, this weekend’s cycle has two big draws. German baritone Christian ...

The Beethoven 9 as we explore the world of Beethoven through the lens of his symphonies with renowned classical biographer Jan Swafford. Each month is dedicated to a different symphony. Each week ...

With each performance, she gains a deeper appreciation for Beethoven’s innovation and creativity. “There are places in the slow movement of Beethoven 5 that give me chills no matter how many times ...

Violinist Arabella Steinbacher performs Mozart's A major concerto with conductor Giordano Bellincampi at Auckland Town Hall. Photo / Sav Schulman Auckland Philharmonia’s Beethoven 5 was one grand meal ...

It's arguably the most famous opening in all of classical music. But what's the best recording of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5? Listen to our playlist, read our recommendations, and click on the links ...

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The audience came to hear Beethoven roar, and it took a while for them to settle down for the first half of works by Schubert and Strauss. Matthias Goerne sang with entrancing tone, commanding in the ...

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