The Problem with Beethoven's Fifth Symphony
Season 48
Episode 16
About the Episode
Learn why the Philadelphia Orchestra had to cut Beethoven's Fifth Symphony from their program and replace it with his Sixth.
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Extras
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Erin Morley performs "Les oiseaux dans la charmille"
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