Musically Speaking: Beethoven’s Journey

The Performance

Take an inspiring journey into the life and music of Ludwig van Beethoven. HPO Composer-in-Residence Abigail Richardson-Schulte unpacks the extraordinary story of one of classical music’s most revolutionary figures. From his bold early works to the deeply emotional masterpieces of his later years, Beethoven’s music pushed boundaries and redefined what was possible in composition. We explore Beethoven’s genius, his struggles with deafness and his lasting impact on the world of music. Experience the drama, power and beauty of his work like never before on the big screen with HPO performance recordings.

This event is part of the series Musically Speaking co-presented by the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra and The Westdale. This is a series of fascinating music appreciation talks with performances on the big screen! HPO Composer-in-Residence Abigail Richardson-Schulte shares captivating stories about some of history’s most celebrated composers. Each talk features unique video recordings from HPO performances. Traverse music history with The Westdale and the HPO in this brand-new series!