Season 1
12 episodes · 2007
1Johann Sebastian Bach
This edition of the Great Composers series explores the life and achievements of Johann Sebastian Bach. This documentary visits the places where the musician grew up and worked, including the sites of Arnstadt, Lepizig, Kothen and Muhlausen. Also explored
2Ludwig van Beethoven
This documentary and performance celebrates the life and work of Ludwig Van Beethoven. Under the direction of Bernar Hébert, The Cluadel String Quartet performs works by the composer, including the "String Quartet No. 10 in E Flat Major, Op. 74." Dancers
3Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was performing to delighted crowds by the age of six. Displaying great versatility, Mozart worked across many musical genres, creating masses, concertos, chamber music, oratorios, and more. Through a choreographed performance inspi
4Antonio Vivaldi
Explore the life and works of Italian priest, Baroque composer and violinist Antonio Vivaldi with this fascinating and visually stunning musical documentary. Stylized re-creations bring the viewer right into the colorful world of Renaissance Venice.
5Peter Illych Tchaikovsky
In this episode of the Great Composers series, varied elements come together to explore the work of Russian composer Pyotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky, who is perhaps best known for his oft-performed ballet "The Nutcracker." Using Tchaikovsky's own compositions
6Antonin Dvorak
One of the greatest composers of Czech history, Dvorak was a proponent of nationalism in music, incorporating folk influences into his work in Classical music of all forms. This documentary is a poetic exploration of his life and work,
7Maurice Ravel
Through words, music and dance, this episode of the Great Composers series explores the fascinating life of French composer and pianist Maurice Ravel, an artist credited with helping to usher in Impressionism.
8Robert Schumann
The works of German composer and pianist Robert Schumann spring to life in this inventive installment of the Great Composers series, chronicling the highs and lows of his illustrious career.
9Franz Schubert
Enter the world of the great Austrian composer Franz Schubert with this inquisitive documentary film that explores his life and times with factual description and dramatic reenactments. His works marked by a passion for beauty and the sadness of death
10Giacomo Puccini
This entry in the "Great Composers" series includes highlights from the work of Giacomo Puccini. The four movements included on this disc feature music from La Boheme, Madama Butterfly, Turandot and Tosca.
11Frederic Chopin
It is believed that in his day Frederic Chopin had an intimate relationship with French author George Sand. This edition of the Great Composers series explores this romance through the work of both artists.
12George Friedrich Handel
German-born composer George Frideric Handel is revered as one of the Baroque musical masters of the 18th century. Most famous for his oratorio Messiah, Handel's influence can be seen and heard among other greats like Mozart and Beethoven