Revolution and Romance: Musical Masters of the 19th Century
Description: In this series Suzy Klein examines how music transformed throughout the 19th century. The host discusses the political history and the industrial revolution of the era, exploring how this influenced the music industry. With the weakened rank of Europe's aristocracy, after the French Revolution, the middle classes emerged and thrived in their entrepreneurial pursuits. During this time composers and performers were able to experiment creatively, with some enjoying the fame and wealth that came with it. Key artists featured over the episodes include Beethoven, Schubert, Liszt, Chopin and Berlioz.
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