This week, Ali and Seth answer the podcast's very first listener question! In order to figure out why symphonies are so long, we first must answer what a symphony is and the history of it. This week is also the first two part episode, diving into symphonic history through the classical era.Music in this episode:Joseph Haydn Symphony No. 45Joseph Haydn Symphony No. 94Amadeus Mozart Symphony No. 40Amadeus Mozart Symphony No. 41Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 7Ludwig van Beethoven Symphony No. 5

Back after an impromptu break! This week we talk about Franz Liszt and the craze that swept Europe wherever he went, called Lisztomania! Remember to follow us on Twitter, @clefnotespod to keep up with our news or get in touch with us!Music in this episode:La Campanella - Franz LisztLa Lugubre - Franz LizstHungarian Rhapsody No. 2 - Franz Lizst

Explicit Warning: Due to the subject matter, this episode may not be appropriate for all listeners.This week, we talk about the Castrati, a class of men whose bodies were altered to allow them to sing at high pitches even past their childhood.Also, we have a Twitter handle! Follow @Clefnotespod for podcast news and to contact us!Music in this episode:"Largo al factotum" from The Barber of Seville by Gioachino Rossini"La donna e mobile" from Rigoletto by Giuseppe Verdi"Non piu mesta" from La Cenerentola by Gioachino RossiniQueen of the Night Aria from The Magic Flute by Mozart"Ave Maria" by Alessandro Moreschi

This week we are learning about Beethoven's famous Immortal Beloved Letters, which were love notes to a mysterious woman who is not known to this day. Music this episode:Piano Sonata No.14, Op.27 No.2 "Moonlight Sonata" - Beethoven

In our first episode ever, we talk about Stravinsky's Rite of Spring, a ballet that famously caused a riot when it was first performed. Subjects also include a brief background on the relationship between ballet and classical music and Stravinsky himself.Please rate and leave us a review letting us know what you think!Music in the episode:The Firebird - StravinskyRite of Spring - StravinskyVideo link of ballet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo4sf2wT0wU