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.

Is it the ultimate test for a composer? Discover its origins and how this genre evolved over centuries with James Jacobs and John Banther.<a href="https://weta.org/donatefm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefm</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" target="_blank" rel="noopener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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What is a string quartet?

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.<a href="https://weta.org/donatefm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefm</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" target="_blank" rel="noopener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Beethoven's Symphony No. 9

There's a lot about this masterpiece you may not know. Nicole LaCroix joins John Banther to explore its premiere and unique musical moments.<a href="https://weta.org/donatefm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefm</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" target="_blank" rel="noopener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

What is a string quartet?

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