Journalist Ian Hislop and conductor John Eliot Gardiner reveal the story behind the creation of this iconic work. Described as the “greatest ‘great’ piece ever written,” its opening notes are among the most recognizable in history. Although no one really knows what Beethoven was trying to express with this piece, this program makes the case that his passion for the ideals of freedom and brotherhood fueled his Fifth Symphony.
Airs 2/24 at 10 p.m.
Rob Stephenson and inquisitive kids take a hands-on approach to scientific exploration. airs Fridays at 1 a.m. beginning 9/6 #301 – “Wheels […]
NOVA will present two new specials. On July 10 at 8:00 p.m. ET, join the next generation of engineers who aim to take […]
NATIVE AMERICA is a four-part PBS series that challenges everything we thought we knew about the Americas before and since contact with […]
Redeeming Uncle Tom: The Josiah Henson Story airs 2/5 at 4 a.m. – – tells the story of Josiah Henson (voiced by […]
