Donald Macleod explores Beethoven's life as a set of themes and variations, whilst shining a light on the piano variations that often lie in the shadow of his 32 great sonatas.

A study published in 2023 highlights significant discoveries that were only made possible through DNA analysis of Beethoven’s hair.

Donald Macleod introduces the life and music of Beethoven during the turbulent years from 1806 to 1812, when he produced some of the greatest masterpieces of his life.

One stormy Monday in March, 1827, the German composer Ludwig van Beethoven passed away after a protracted illness. Bedridden ...

Two hundred years ago, Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony was “a piece that completely shatters anyone's preconceived ...

A team of researchers led by Cambridge University analysed five locks of hair to sequence the composer's genome ... what is believed to be Beethoven's hair Ludwig van Beethoven was born in ...

In explaining the social and biographical background of the story of Messiah, Charles King brings the masterpiece to life — ...

There's no indication whatsoever that Ludwig van Beethoven ever wore blue jeans, but that doesn't stop the Arkansas Symphony ...