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This episode traces a path from nature to Beethoven’s first hint of the heroic ideal to a sense of national identity. In Einojuhani Rautavaara’s Cantus Arcticus, recorded birdsong merges with orchestra to create a soundscape that feels both organic and otherworldly. Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 follows, capturing a young composer in transformation — and the first clear signs of his heroic voice. The journey concludes Jean Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2, where fragments of melody gather into a sweeping statement that evokes both the Finnish landscape and a profound sense of national spirit.
Masterworks 12 of the 25/26 Season
Performances May 1-3, 2026
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