Johannes Brahms was an angsty fellow—but between being endlessly compared to Beethoven and lusting after his mentor’s wife, who can blame him? Brahms’ intense inner struggles come to light through much of his music, but it’s in his Third Symphony that it seems Brahms has a bit of a breakthrough, finally asserting his true self after years of feeling like he was living in the shadows of greater artists. Discover this hidden gem of a symphony and be prepared to experience music that is both exquisitely beautiful and emotionally empowering.
11 Oct 2024
Episode 1: Mahler’s First Symphony
The main thing to love about Mahler is his commitment to going big, and when I say big, I mean his colossal works of music in size, sound, and emotion. Mahler once said, “A symphony should be like the world. It must contain everything.” While his First Symphony certainly contains a heck of a lot, I love this piece because it not only broadens perceptions of what classical music is, it’s also incredibly life affirming.
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