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Exploring the classics

How did Beethoven change the symphony?

with Alexander Shelley

Masterclasses Music Classical music

Subtitles available in French

Beethoven’s 5th symphony is one of the most famous motifs in the world… but have you ever asked yourself why?

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Music Director, NAC Orchestra Alexander Shelley

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3:18
Exploring the classics Who Was Beethoven? with Alexander Shelley
4:05
Exploring the classics Beethoven's Deafness with Alexander Shelley
4:10
Exploring the classics Beethoven's Career with Alexander Shelley
5:08
Exploring the classics Britten War Requiem with Alexander Shelley
5:18
Exploring the classics Mozart's Marriage of Figaro with Alexander Shelley
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