Ode to Ode to Joy
Are Beethoven’s symphonies overplayed? Yes, but for a reason. While this justification may sound cliché, Beethoven’s humanist universalism is a sentiment that feels urgent in an era of widespread polarization and pessimism.
14 pieces since 2013 — in 11 roles, at 9 companies, most often at Dresden State Opera.
1 piece as Soprano soloist — stats above show all coverage for Sara Jakubiak.
View allAre Beethoven’s symphonies overplayed? Yes, but for a reason. While this justification may sound cliché, Beethoven’s humanist universalism is a sentiment that feels urgent in an era of widespread polarization and pessimism.
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