Beethoven in Beijing Preview
Experience the international impact of the Philadelphia Orchestra’s historic 1973 trip to China, offering a story of cultural reversals and a glimpse into the worldwide future of classical music.
Previews + Extras
The Problem with Beethoven's Fifth Symphony
S48 E16 - 2m 54s
Learn why the Philadelphia Orchestra had to cut Beethoven's Fifth Symphony from their program and replace it with his Sixth.
Tan Dun on Preserving the Nu Shu Language
S48 E16 - 3m 34s
Academy Award winning composer, Tan Dun, explores the power of Nu Shu, a sacred language created by Chinese women and passed down from generation to generation.
Similar Shows
Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl
Arts and Music
Academy of Country Music Honors
Arts and Music
This Land is Your Land
Arts and Music
Detroit Arts
Arts and Music
INXS: Live Baby Live
Arts and Music
Stories from the Stage
Arts and Music
Dolly Parton: I Will Always Love You
Arts and Music
Daniel Emmet & Pia Toscano, Simply the Best
Arts and Music
Designers of the Dance
Arts and Music
WETA Passport
Stream tens of thousands of hours of your PBS and local favorites with WETA Passport whenever and wherever you want. Catch up on a single episode or binge-watch full seasons before they air on TV.