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3 episodes
since Dec. 6, 2018
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Triumphs and sufferings define Beethoven’s personal and professional life. His brother Carl dies, Beethoven becomes foster parent to his nephew, all while his profound deafness challenges his ability to communicate with others. His final works, while baffling and confusing to some of his contempora…

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Beethoven’s world is changing. Napoleon’s rise to power creates in Beethoven an initial fascination that evolves into deep disillusionment. His relationship with orchestras and with the aristocracy continues to be challenged, but as a composer, Beethoven begins to transition from the Classical t…
Beethoven faces a personal crisis. Michael explores a new theory on how Beethoven lost his hearing, and how he handled the resulting social isolation. Even with the support of his friends, Beethoven becomes increasingly frustrated and his musical output is affected. Written, narrated and perfo…
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