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Classical Breakdown

Podcast Classical Breakdown
WETA Classical
John Banther takes classical music fans behind the scenes with interviews, deep dives, and analysis. Episodes released bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Produced by WETA C...
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  • Dora Pejačević's Symphony in F# minor; Croatia's very first symphony!
    We get a rare opportunity to look at a country's first symphony, and it wasn't written until 1917! John and Evan explore Pejačević's symphony and show you what to listen for, what sets her symphony apart from others of the time, and how WWI directly affected her and this very work. Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • The Life and Music of Gioachino Rossini: An overnight success, foodie, and opera sensation
    Few composers were an overnight sensation like Gioachino Rossini! We have 3 musical characteristics of his to show you as we explore his life, travels, his love of food, and why he might have quit at the height of his fame at age 37. Plus, stay with us to the end for the Rossini cocktail!Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • Beethoven’s iconic Violin Concerto: what to listen for and why it was an initial flop!
    Why was the premiere a failure, and how did it get back into the repertoire? John Banther and Evan Keely uncover unique characteristics in this concerto, what to listen for, and its beguiling opening!Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • The horn: Everything you need to know from Mozart, Mahler, to the movie screen!
    One of the oldest instruments and one of the most beloved has to be the horn! Chandra Cervantes, one of the most in-demand horn players in the DC area, tells all about its development and use in music, plus, she plays for us some iconic music on the horn. You can find videos and recordings of her playing on the show notes page at classicalbreakdown.org. Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • The lives and music of Silvestre Revueltas and Gabriela Lena Frank
    We explore two influential composers in this episode that you need to know; Silvestre Revueltas and Gabriela Lena Frank. John Banther and Evan Keely highlight works from both composers, aspects of their lives, and what to listen for in their music! Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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