The Classical Music Minute
The Classical Music Minute is a short, engaging classical music podcast that explores the stories, composers, and curious traditions behind the world’s greatest music.
Ever wondered who the Florentine Camerata were? Where the conductor’s baton came from? Or what the difference is between opera buffa and opera seria?
Hosted by Canadian composer and storyteller Steven Hobé, each episode offers a quick and entertaining journey through classical music history, uncovering fascinating facts about composers, famous works, opera, orchestras, and musical traditions.
Whether you’re a lifelong music lover or simply curious about classical music, hop around music history with Steven—one musical minute at a time.
The Classical Music Minute
Beethoven: The Bridge Between Two Worlds
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Description
Beethoven: The Bridge Between Two Worlds in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop!
Fun Fact
By the time Beethoven premiered his Ninth Symphony, he was completely deaf. Unable to hear the applause, he had to be turned around onstage to see the audience cheering. It was a powerful moment—one that perfectly captured his role as a composer who transcended personal limitation and musical tradition alike.
About Steven, Host
Steven is a Canadian composer & actor living in Toronto. Through his music, he creates a range of works, with an emphasis on the short-form genre—his muse being to offer the listener both the darker and more satiric shades of human existence. If you're interested, please check out his music website for more. Member of the Canadian League Of Composers.
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