Famous Composers is an innovative new series of video biographies which features portraits, music, commentary, rare archival material, and film. Each program is concluded with an informative segment outlining the key works of the featured composer. Musical excerpts performed by the Elysian Ensemble.
One of the greatest masters of music, Beethoven is particularly admired for his orchestral works.
The highly expressive music Beethoven produced inspired composers like Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Wagner.