Classical Breakdown

This holiday classic has helped define the "Christmas" sound for generations, but there's more to the music than you think.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 was revolutionary, but if all you know is the "Ode to Joy" you are missing out! From it's opening notes to the final crescendo, join Bill Bukowski and John Banther for a musical deep dive into Beethoven's final symphony.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it the ultimate test for a composer? Discover its origins and how this genre evolved over centuries with James Jacobs and John Banther.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a lot about this masterpiece you may not know. Nicole LaCroix joins John Banther to explore its premiere and unique musical moments.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From his humble beginnings to becoming one of the greatest composers, explore the life and music of Tchaikovsky.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is an Overture defined by the kind of music it contains or simply where it appears in a concert? The answer can change throughout history, and with musical examples, John and Nicole get into the details of this "bite-size music."Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the musical details and backstory of a work that's captivated listeners for over a century. John Banther and Linda Carducci discuss its origins and use their imagination to fill in the musical gaps.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the life and works of one classical music's greatest composers! His life was full of groundbreaking music, but it was also tragic as he dealt with family problems and hearing loss. We explore the details of his life and listen to samples of his music, from his first composition to his final Symphony No. 9.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expand your musical palate with music found in an attic in 2009, new interpretations of Beethoven and Franck, and an instrument you've probably never heard before.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownlee talks about equality in classical music, his experience as a black man in the world of opera, and what we can do to encourage positive change towards a more diverse future in classical music.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.