Conductor John Eliot Gardiner and author Matthew Guerrieri explain the incredible resonances, past and present, behind one of the most famous phrases in music: the start to Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.

We dive into the history and mystery surrounding Beethoven's most famous piece. Für Elise has become one of the most widely recognizable classical pieces in the world.

Expanding that segment into a four-part mini-series, 'The 5th' will unpack the layered sounds and unexpected histories in the most popular symphony of all time: Beethoven's 5th." Hang out with me ...

Conductor Steve Hackman tells why "Crazy in Love" and "Cowboy Carter" fit perfectly with Beethoven's Symphony 7. See the Phoenix Symphony performance.

Once you hit play on the doodle, a short video plays, after which you are tasked with piecing together four of Beethoven’s most famous works, including the Fifth Symphony and Für Elise.

Despite Beethoven’s immense popularity, some of his best compositions remain neglected. Discover Beethoven's lesser known musical gems. Ask anyone to name their all-time Beethoven Top 10 and his ...

One of Beethoven’s most famous piano sonatas features in Billy Joel’s 80s hit, ... Joel actually credits Beethoven on the album as one of the song's writers – the album sleeve reads 'L. v. Beethoven'.

Piano Sonata No. 14, more commonly known as the Moonlight Sonata, is one of Beethoven’s most famous works. In this sonic journey, Sara Mohr-Pietsch maps the sonata in a wider musical landscape ...

Beethoven’s most popular sonata, the ‘Moonlight’, has been performed and recorded by hundreds of pianists over the past century. Jed Distler compares a judicious selection of recordings The ...

Lyrics from Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks Carrie Underwood and more are among the most popular of all time. These 38 songs are timeless. If the radio calls ...

Even if you don’t know Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, you probably know its finale, the famous “Ode to Joy.” Written 200 years ago, the “Ode” is crafted like the best of pop songs, with ...