Meet the maestros of music with Beamafilm's 'Famous Composers'
Beamafilm
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30/01/2024
Get ready to embark on a captivating journey through the lives and melodies of some of history's most legendary composers. Beamafilm's 'Famous Composers' documentary series, is your ticket to a symphonic adventure.
Our Famous Composers series brings to life the stories and masterpieces of 17 incredible composers who have left an indelible mark on the world of music. From German music legends to 20th-century icons, each episode is a treasure trove of musical wonder.
GERMAN MAESTROS: The genius of Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms whose melodies continue to resonate across time and space.
AUSTRIAN MASTERS: The enchanting world of Mozart, Haydn, and Strauss, and discover the magic of Austrian music.
RUSSIAN PRODIGIES: The passion and emotions of Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Sibelius is a musical tapestry of Russia.
ITALIAN GENIUSES: The lyrical beauty of Verdi and Puccini let the soul-stirring Aria Italiana take centre stage.
18th CENTURY LEGENDS: Trailblazers of the 18th century, such as Handel and Mozart have shaped the course of musical history.
19th CENTURY VIRTUOSOS: A journey through the Romantic era with Chopin, Schubert, and Brahms, whose compositions endure.
20th CENTURY ICONS: The avant-garde brilliance of Stravinsky, Ravel, and Mahler explores revolutionary 20th-century sounds.
The series is narrated by the charismatic Malcolm Hossick, a beacon of musical knowledge. His passion for storytelling and deep understanding of the lives of these composers add a unique layer to each documentary, making the viewing experience both educational and entertaining.
Join the Symphony, and get ready to be moved, inspired, and captivated by the timeless compositions of these legendary figures. Whether you're a classical music aficionado or a casual listener, Beamafilm's Famous Composer series promises an unforgettable exploration of musical history. So, grab your popcorn, settle in, and let the symphony begin.
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Iconic classical composers of the last century: Maurice Ravel, Richard Strauss, Jean Sibelius, and Igor Stravinsky.
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The odyssey of Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Gustav Mahler, Giacomo Puccini, Schubert, Tchaikovsky, Verdi, and Wagner.
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The lives and legacies of Bach, Handel, Haydn, and Mozart across a musical terrain of the 18th century.
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The legacies of Germany's musical luminaries - Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Strauss and Wagner.
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The musical landscapes of Austria's most distinguished composers - Haydn, Mozart, Schubert and Mahler.
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The legendary Russian classical composers Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky, their lives and music.
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The classical maestros of Italy. Puccini and Verdi, their lives and compositions.
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Beethoven was a celebrated pianist and composer who, even in his later years in Vienna when he became completely deaf, continued to produce some of the greatest compositions in the world.
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Bach was an astonishingly gifted German musician and composer who experienced a tortured life of success and drawbacks.
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Johannes Brahms, a German composer, conductor, and pianist of the Romantic period, was met with success from his first published work. He went on to become one of the great musical masters of the 18th century.
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Following the life, musical development, and works of the brilliant Finnish composer, Jan Sibelius, this film shows how his Nordic roots have inspired a unique musical style that has become universally admired.
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Tracing the fascinating life and work of Italian composer, Giacomo Puccini, this film by Malcolm Hossick begins in the beautiful Tuscan city of Lucca in 1858 and tells the story of one of the most phenomenal musical successes in the world.
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Maurice Ravel was a French composer, conductor, and pianist, who lived most of his life in Paris. This film traces the life, musical development, and collection of masterpieces that Maurice Ravel contributed to the music world.
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Richard Strauss showed immense talent for composition from an early age. Born in Munich into a musical family, he had his first symphony performed when he was only seventeen. He went on to become a leading opera composer of the first half of the 20th century.
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Tracing the eventful life and compositions of Stravinsky, a famous Russian composer and conductor, this film covers his early success with ballet music through to his greatest 20th-century compositions.
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Schubert's musical career began as a choir singer in Vienna before becoming a composer. He created a unique body of work featured in the soundtrack to this film before dying of typhoid at 31,
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Capturing the career and works of Tchaikovsky, a Russian composer born into the bottom rank of the Russian aristocracy, this film shows how he worked his way up to become a world-renowned composer.
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The Polish composer Frederic Chopin is unique in that he composed, almost exclusively for his instrument - the piano. He was a perfectionist in the classical mould and his compositions are some of the best-loved in music.
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The remarkable story of Giuseppe Verdi, who rose from poverty to become one of the greatest Italian opera composers of all time.
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Uncovering the delightful character, difficulties, and works of Mozart, this film follows one of the greatest composers of all time. The soundtrack features some of Mozart's most characteristic compositions by the Elysium ensemble.
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Born into a poor family in 18th-century Hungary, Haydn's immense musical talent brought him into the service of a prince and he eventually became recognised across Austria and the world of music.
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Handel was born in a small German town and displayed a precocious musical talent from an early age. He moved to Hamburg to become an opera composer where he found immediate musical success and later settled in England.
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Richard Wagner's natural musical gift and exposure to theatre through his stepfather created a series of great German musical dramas.
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