Beethoven: His Life, Music, and Legacy 200 Years Later

Few composers have had as profound and lasting an influence as Ludwig van Beethoven. In 2027, the musical world will mark the 200th anniversary of Beethoven’s death. This three-part lecture series, presented by Dr. Derek Cooper, explores Beethoven’s life and music across three major periods, placing his work in the broader political, cultural, and artistic context of his time.

Lecture 3: 1814–1827 – The Late Period, Wednesday, April 14, 2027, 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Examine Beethoven’s struggle with deafness, his changing place in society, and the extraordinary works of his final years, including Symphony No. 9 and the late string quartets. This lecture will also consider the powerful legacy Beethoven left for generations of composers and listeners.

Register here. $40