Behind the Music: Robert Schumann
The first lecture focuses on Robert Schumann, a cornerstone of the Romantic era. This presentation will guide you through Schumann’s life, his artistic journey, and the cultural influences that shaped his music. The lecture will include brief piano examples to illustrate key points, and one of Schumann’s pieces will be performed in full to highlight his style and brilliance.
Behind the Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
The following lecture focuses on Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, another great composer of the the Romantic era. This lecture will guide you through Tchaikovsky’s life, from his struggles and triumphs to the inspirations behind his iconic works. The lecture will include brief piano examples to illustrate key points, and one of Tchaikovsky’s pieces will be performed in full to highlight his style and emotional depth.
Behind the Music: Ludwig van Beethoven
The following lecture focuses on Ludwig van Beethoven, a towering figure in Western classical music and one of history’s most influential composers. The lecture will guide you through Beethoven’s extraordinary life, from his early struggles with hearing loss to his revolutionary compositions that changed music forever. The lecture will include brief piano examples to illustrate key points, and one of Beethoven’s iconic pieces will be performed in full to highlight his genius and enduring legacy.