Some of Our Favorite Picks from the #MakeSomeJoy Challenge

Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony

A celebration and appreciation of Beethoven’s 9th. Together we’ll explore the question of how this symphony changed music forever and why we still connect with it so deeply today. Following this exploration: a complete performance of Beethoven’s 9th on the exact 200th anniversary of its first performance.

A Tour Through All of Beethoven’s Quartets

The Alexander String Quartet collaborates with music historian Robert Greenberg for a series exploring Beethoven's quartets. The series, marking Beethoven's 250th birth anniversary, runs from October to May.

Beethoven’s Quartet of ‘Thanksgiving’

Beethoven's String Quartet in A Minor, Op. 132, features a movement expressing gratitude for recovery from illness. It alternates between prayerful chorales and lively sections, reflecting his mortality.

The Endless Variety of Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas

Pianist Jonathan Biss begins a seven-concert series at Cal Performances, playing all 32 of Beethoven’s piano sonatas. He aims to showcase the variety in Beethoven's works.

Our Top 5 Moments From the Bass Clarinet, Underdog of the Orchestra

Explore the often overlooked bass clarinet's role in orchestral music. Discover its unique sound through five notable moments in classical literature.

Music from the World of Leonardo

"Voices of Music presents a musical journey through Leonardo da Vinci's life, featuring Renaissance music he likely encountered in Italy and France, narrated by Larry Rosenwald."