Pandemic Survival Guide
In these uncertain times we’re all facing challenges of: not seeing family, the fear of losing a job, coping with loneliness and generally staying positive. Sometimes, it can feel like we are encountering these difficulties for the very first time. And yet, within art, literature and history - there are countless examples that offer us guidance and direction for overcoming our present predicament.Not meant for experts or scholars, each episode will be accessible and explore a different theme: perhaps seeking inspiration from Shakespeare, courage from Beethoven or wisdom from Greek myth. Classical knowledge doesn’t belong to the dusty pages of the past, but offers us real insights for helping us live in the here and now.
Pandemic Survival Guide
Keeping Resilient with Beethoven
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Jonathan Wilson
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Season 1
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Episode 2
Referred to as one of the greatest classical composers, possessing fame and fortune in his day, and creating a vast collection of musical works - many of which are widely recognized today - Beethoven was, to many, a hugely successful and influential figure.
However, if you look beyond the label of musical genius and revered composer, his life was filled with numerous set-backs, failures and difficulties.
Today, many challenges face us too- both personal and further afield. But, by looking to the attitude and mind-set adopted by this composer in overcoming his own trials - we can find some direction for learning to cope with our own.