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In this series, we explore an exhibition of Beethoven's manuscripts which was held at The British Library between December 2021 and April 2022. Episode 1 gives a tantalising glimpse of what's to come, and introduces the themes of politics, the music business and the process of music composition through which the exhibition is navigated.

Music, Politics and the French Revolution: Beethoven at The British Library [Episode 2] In this series, we explore an exhibition of Beethoven's manuscripts which was held at The British Library between December 2021 and April 2022. Episode 2 explores the relationship between Beethoven's music and politics, namely the French Revolution which dominated the political landscape when Beethoven lived.

Beethoven and the re-use of musical ideas: Beethoven at The British Library [Episode 3] In this series, we explore an exhibition of Beethoven's manuscripts which was held at The British Library between December 2021 and April 2022. Episode 3 explores how Beethoven re-used musical ideas, both his own and those of other composers.

Beethoven and the Music Business [Individuals]: Beethoven at The British Library [Episode 4] In this series, we explore an exhibition of Beethoven's manuscripts which was held at The British Library between December 2021 and April 2022. Episode 4 explores how Beethoven negotiated the music business in 19th Century Europe.

Beethoven at The British Library [Trailer for Episodes 4 and 5] In this series, we explore an exhibition of Beethoven's manuscripts which was held at The British Library between December 2021 and April 2022. This trailer gives a tantalising glimpse of what's to come in Episodes 4 and 5 in which we explore Beethoven and the Music Business through the working practices of individual musicians, and industry practices.

Beethoven at The British Library: An extract from Beethoven and the Music Business [Episode 4: Individuals] In this series, we explore an exhibition of Beethoven's manuscripts which was held at The British Library between December 2021 and April 2022. This trailer gives a tantalising glimpse of what's to come in Episodes 4 and 5 in which we explore Beethoven and the Music Business through the working practices of individual musicians, and industry practices.