Symphony
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Simon Russell Beale presents a radical reappraisal of the place of the symphony in the modern world and explores the surprising way in which it has shaped our history and identity.
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Season 1
Genesis and Genius
Simon Russell Beale presents a radical reappraisal of the place of the symphony in the modern world and explores the surprising way in which it has shaped our history and identity. The first episode begins amidst the turmoil of the French Revolution with the arrival in England of Joseph Haydn, dubbed the 'Father of the Symphony'. It continues with Mozart, the genius who wrote his first symphony at the age of eight, and Beethoven, the revolutionary who created the idea of the artist as hero and whose Eroica Symphony changed music for ever. The music is performed by the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, conducted by Sir Mark Elder.
Beethoven and Beyond
Simon Russell Beale continues his journey into the world of the symphony with the story of the revolutionary later symphonies of Ludwig van Beethoven and their phenomenal impact. We also meet Franz Schubert, whose two greatest symphonies were only discovered after his tragic early death, the obsessive French Romantic Hector Berlioz and the flamboyant pianist turned composer Franz Liszt. The music is performed by the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and the Halle, conducted by Sir Mark Elder.
New Nations and New Worlds
Simon Russell Beale continues his history of the symphony by taking a musical journey through the rise of nationalism in Europe into the New World. He discovers how nationalist voices such as Tchaikovsky, Dvorak and Sibelius brought the symphony to wider audiences and visits Dvorak's summer house as he left it at his death in 1904, a remarkable insight into the personal life of the great composer. Simon follows the development of the symphony outside Europe and explores how growing urbanisation led to the construction and growing popularity of some of the world's greatest concert halls, visiting the Musikverein in Vienna, the Philharmonic Hall in St Petersburg and Carnegie Hall in New York. The symphonies are played by the BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Mark Elder.
Revolution and Rebirth
Simon Russell Beale's journey takes him into the 20th century, a time when the certainties of empire were falling away, war was looming and the world was changing faster than ever before. Simon investigates the extraordinary symphonic world of Shostakovich, the star composer of the new Soviet Union, as well as the work of Ives and Copland who were both, in their different ways, creating a new American sound. He discovers how the development of the gramophone and broadcasting meant that more people could hear their music than ever before and how it became possible to immortalise the symphony in sound. The symphonies are played by the BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Mark Elder.
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Stream Symphony online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed documentary series originally produced in English and released in 2011, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 1 viewers worldwide.
About Symphony
Simon Russell Beale presents a radical reappraisal of the place of the symphony in the modern world and explores the surprising way in which it has shaped our history and identity. Across 1 season and 4 episodes, originally airing on BBC Four.
Symphony Cast and Characters
The cast features Mark Elder and Simon Russell Beale. Their performances are a major reason Symphony has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Symphony Online
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▶ Watch Symphony NowWhy People Are Watching Symphony
There's a reason Symphony keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Symphony
Where can I watch Symphony online for free?
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How many episodes does Symphony have?
Symphony has 4 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Symphony good? What's the rating?
Symphony holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Symphony?
The main cast includes Mark Elder and Simon Russell Beale.
Is Symphony available in English?
Yes — Symphony was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Symphony released?
Symphony first aired in 2011.
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Where can I watch Symphony for free?
You can watch Symphony online for free on Bowood.TV. All 4 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Symphony have?
Symphony currently has 1 season and a total of 4 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Symphony about?
Simon Russell Beale presents a radical reappraisal of the place of the symphony in the modern world and explores the surprising way in which it has shaped our history and identity. It belongs to the Documentary genre.
In which language is Symphony originally available?
Symphony was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Symphony first released?
Symphony first premiered on November 3, 2011 (2011). The series has since concluded its run.
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