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In the concluding episode of the first season of "Claiming Beethoven," our host, Michael Custodis, delves into the thought-provoking theme of "Consequences of Beethoven Ideologies for Our Own Times." Through engaging conversations with the esteemed scholars we have hosted this season, we explore the profound impact of Beethoven's ideologies and their relevance in our contemporary world. Examining various perspectives and insights, we unravel how Beethoven's music and legacy have shaped cultural, social, and political landscapes throughout history. Join us as we reflect on the enduring influence of Beethoven and uncover the ways in which his ideas continue to resonate and inspire us today.
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In this compelling episode of "Claiming Beethoven," we delve into the profound impact of the Second World War on Beethoven's enduring legacy. Join us as we embark on a thought-provoking exploration of this historical period and its profound implications for the composer's music.
During the war, Beethoven's compositions acquired new dimensions and meanings, resonating deeply with individuals in a time of great upheaval. We uncover how the war influenced the perception, interpretation, and reception of his works, revealing how they became a source of solace, inspiration, and unity for people amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the era.
Throughout this episode, we shed light on the challenges faced by musicians and artists, who navigated censorship, artistic suppression, and political pressures. Despite these obstacles, Beethoven's music persevered, transcending the boundaries of war and continuing to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty.
Drawing on historical context and insightful analysis, we uncover the resilience and enduring power of Beethoven's compositions during this tumultuous chapter. Join us as we unveil the untold stories and explore the remarkable ways Beethoven's music became a beacon of hope, resilience, and a testament to the human spirit amidst one of the darkest periods in history.
This episode of "Claiming Beethoven" invites you to reflect, appreciate, and be inspired by the profound impact of music in the face of adversity. Prepare to immerse yourself in a compelling exploration of Beethoven's history, artistry, and enduring legacy as we unravel the profound significance of his music during the Second World War.
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Welcome to a new episode of "Claiming Beethoven," where we bring our first season to a close with a series of insightful summaries. Throughout this remarkable journey, we had the pleasure of hosting 12 episodes with distinguished musicologists and historians representing diverse topics, countries, and approaches. Drawing upon this wealth of knowledge, we have curated four distinct episodes for our season finale.
In this episode, we revisit the fundamental premise of our research project, offering a renewed explanation of the general idea. Through the exploration of exceptional cases, we aim to illustrate the profound impact and far-reaching influence of our main tasks. By examining these extraordinary instances, we shed light on the significance and far-reaching implications of our endeavours.
Subsequently, we embark on a three-part exploration, with each episode representing a major chapter within our project. The first of these episodes delves into the realm of cultural heritage as a field of rivalry before 1940. Through meticulous analysis, we uncover the complexities and nuances of this fascinating domain.
Continuing our intellectual journey, the subsequent episode delves into the core essence of our projectâthe very nucleus that defines our research. Focusing on the period spanning 1940 to 1945, we examine the profound role of music amidst the tumultuous backdrop of multiple fronts. By unravelling its multifaceted dimensions, we gain profound insights into the power and resilience of music during challenging times.
As we approach the culmination of our inaugural season, our final episode takes us on a poignant exploration of learning from history. Guided by a rich tapestry of past experiences, we reflect on the invaluable lessons and wisdom that history imparts. By studying the past, we endeavour to forge a brighter future.
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In the season finale's second episode titled "Why Beethoven? Cultural Heritage as a Field of Rivalry before 1940", we take a panoramic view of Beethoven's cultural significance by featuring the voices of our guests from previous episodes. These experts in musicology, history, and cultural studies provide diverse perspectives on the interpretations, readings, and exploitations of Beethoven's compositions. We delve into the ways in which Beethoven's music has shaped cultural and national identities, while examining the debates and controversies surrounding its political meanings. Join us as we unravel the complex tapestry of Beethoven's legacy and its profound impact across historical and social contexts.
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Born in Munich in 1966, Friedrich Geiger studied music, historical and systematic musicology and Latin philology in Munich and Hamburg. In 1997 he received his doctorate on the dramatic and oratorical works of the Russian-German composer Vladimir Vogel. From 1997 to 2002 he headed the research and information center for outlawed music (âForschungs- und Informationszentrum fuÌr verfemte Musikâ), a joint institution of the Dresden Center for Contemporary Music and the TU Dresden. In 2003 he completed his Habilitation at the University of Hamburg with the study Musik in zwei Diktaturen. Verfolgung von Komponisten unter Hitler und Stalin. In the same year, he became a research associate at the FU Berlin in the DFG Collaborative Research Center 626 Ăsthetische Erfahrung im Zeichen der Entgrenzung der KuÌnste. Since 2000 he has taught as lecturer at various universities. From the summer semester of 2007 he was professor for historical musicology at the University of Hamburg. In the summer semester of 2020, he accepted a call from the Munich University of Music and Performing Arts to take up the chair in historical musicology. In the summer of 2020 he was elected a full member of the Academia Europaea.
Friedrich Geigerâs main fields of research cover the history of music from the 18th century to the present, as well as music and music aesthetics of Greco-Roman antiquity and their reception. Other topics concern comparative research on music in dictatorships and in exile, the historiography of popular music, the geography of music history and musical judgement.
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Born in Munich in 1966, Friedrich Geiger studied music, historical and systematic musicology and Latin philology in Munich and Hamburg. In 1997 he received his doctorate on the dramatic and oratorical works of the Russian-German composer Vladimir Vogel. From 1997 to 2002 he headed the research and information center for outlawed music (âForschungs- und Informationszentrum fuÌr verfemte Musikâ), a joint institution of the Dresden Center for Contemporary Music and the TU Dresden. In 2003 he completed his Habilitation at the University of Hamburg with the study Musik in zwei Diktaturen. Verfolgung von Komponisten unter Hitler und Stalin. In the same year, he became a research associate at the FU Berlin in the DFG Collaborative Research Center 626 Ăsthetische Erfahrung im Zeichen der Entgrenzung der KuÌnste. Since 2000 he has taught as lecturer at various universities. From the summer semester of 2007 he was professor for historical musicology at the University of Hamburg. In the summer semester of 2020, he accepted a call from the Munich University of Music and Performing Arts to take up the chair in historical musicology. In the summer of 2020 he was elected a full member of the Academia Europaea.
Friedrich Geigerâs main fields of research cover the history of music from the 18th century to the present, as well as music and music aesthetics of Greco-Roman antiquity and their reception. Other topics concern comparative research on music in dictatorships and in exile, the historiography of popular music, the geography of music history and musical judgement.
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Alexandros Charkiolakis studied music at the Hellenic Conservatoire and at the University of Sheffield, as well as Philosophy and Management at the University of Athens. He has worked as a musicologist and coordinator for educational projects at the Music Library of Greece âLilian Voudouriâ of the Friends of Music Society. In 2013, he became Head of the âErol Ăçerâ Music Library and adjunct Lecturer in Historical Musicology at MIAM (Center for Advanced Studies in Music) of the Istanbul Technical University. In May 2017, he returned to Athens to take up the position of Director of the Friends of Music Society. He has edited and authored several books, and he has co-authored the book âInterspersed with musical entertainmentâ: Music in Greek salons of the 19th century with Avra Xepapadakou. He is the President of the Board of the Greek IAML Branch, and he serves as a member of the Boards of the ETOS-State Orchestra of Athens and at the Mikis Theodorakis Museum in Zatouna. Also, he is a member of the sectorial scientific council for Tourism, Culture and Creative Industries of the National Council for Research, Technology, and Innovation (ESETEK). His research interests vary between historical musicology, music information resources and retrieval, music, and digital culture.
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Alexandros Charkiolakis studied music at the Hellenic Conservatoire and at the University of Sheffield, as well as Philosophy and Management at the University of Athens. He has worked as a musicologist and coordinator for educational projects at the Music Library of Greece âLilian Voudouriâ of the Friends of Music Society. In 2013, he became Head of the âErol Ăçerâ Music Library and adjunct Lecturer in Historical Musicology at MIAM (Center for Advanced Studies in Music) of the Istanbul Technical University. In May 2017, he returned to Athens to take up the position of Director of the Friends of Music Society. He has edited and authored several books, and he has co-authored the book âInterspersed with musical entertainmentâ: Music in Greek salons of the 19th century with Avra Xepapadakou. He is the President of the Board of the Greek IAML Branch, and he serves as a member of the Boards of the ETOS-State Orchestra of Athens and at the Mikis Theodorakis Museum in Zatouna. Also, he is a member of the sectorial scientific council for Tourism, Culture and Creative Industries of the National Council for Research, Technology, and Innovation (ESETEK). His research interests vary between historical musicology, music information resources and retrieval, music, and digital culture.
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Beate Angelika Kraus studied musicology and romantic philology at the universities of Hamburg and Paris-Sorbonne (Paris IV), and was a scholarship holder of the "Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes". In 1998, she received her doctorate with a dissertation on the reception of Beethoven's music in France titled "Beethoven-Rezeption in Frankreich: Von ihren AnfÀngen bis zum Untergang des Second Empire".
Since then, she has been a researcher at the Beethoven-Haus Bonn while also teaching. She was the editor of the Ninth Symphony opus 125 within the Beethoven-Gesamtausgabe (Munich 2020). She has also published several works on Elly Ney, such as "Exilmusik auf Frankreichs BĂŒhnen? Musiktheater in Paris von 1933 bis 1944", as well as on Kurt Singer, Beethoven und Fidelio.
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Beate Angelika Kraus studied musicology and romantic philology at the universities of Hamburg and Paris-Sorbonne (Paris IV), and was a scholarship holder of the "Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes". In 1998, she received her doctorate with a dissertation on the reception of Beethoven's music in France titled "Beethoven-Rezeption in Frankreich: Von ihren AnfÀngen bis zum Untergang des Second Empire".
Since then, she has been a researcher at the Beethoven-Haus Bonn while also teaching. She was the editor of the Ninth Symphony opus 125 within the Beethoven-Gesamtausgabe (Munich 2020). She has also published several works on Elly Ney, such as "Exilmusik auf Frankreichs BĂŒhnen? Musiktheater in Paris von 1933 bis 1944", as well as on Kurt Singer, Beethoven und Fidelio.
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Christine Siegert earned her doctorate at the University of Music and Drama Hanover with a dissertation on Luigi Cherubini. Afterwards, she worked as a research associate on editorial projects and at the Joseph Haydn-Institut Köln. 2010-2015, she was junior professor at the University of the Arts Berlin, as of 2013 Principal Investigator of the project A Cosmopolitan Composer in Pre-Revolutionary Europe: Giuseppe Sarti (financed by the Einstein Foundation, in cooperation with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem). 2013-2017, she was spokeswoman of the commission on studies abroad of the Gesellschaft fuÌr Musikforschung. Since 2015, she is the head of the research department âBeethoven-Archivâ at the Beethoven-Haus Bonn. As PI or Co-I, she is leading the research projects Beethoven-Perspektiven (BKM), Beethoven in the House (DFG, in cooperation with colleagues in Oxford, Bern and Detmold/Paderborn), and Das Handwerk des Verlegers. Untersuchungen zu Entstehungsprozessen von Beethoven-Originalausgaben (Fritz Thyssen Stiftung). In August 2022, she was elected member of the Directorium of the International Musicological Society.
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Christine Siegert earned her doctorate at the University of Music and Drama Hanover with a dissertation on Luigi Cherubini. Afterwards, she worked as a research associate on editorial projects and at the Joseph Haydn-Institut Köln. 2010-2015, she was junior professor at the University of the Arts Berlin, as of 2013 Principal Investigator of the project A Cosmopolitan Composer in Pre-Revolutionary Europe: Giuseppe Sarti (financed by the Einstein Foundation, in cooperation with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem). 2013-2017, she was spokeswoman of the commission on studies abroad of the Gesellschaft fuÌr Musikforschung. Since 2015, she is the head of the research department âBeethoven-Archivâ at the Beethoven-Haus Bonn. As PI or Co-I, she is leading the research projects Beethoven-Perspektiven (BKM), Beethoven in the House (DFG, in cooperation with colleagues in Oxford, Bern and Detmold/Paderborn), and Das Handwerk des Verlegers. Untersuchungen zu Entstehungsprozessen von Beethoven-Originalausgaben (Fritz Thyssen Stiftung). In August 2022, she was elected member of the Directorium of the International Musicological Society.
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Born in 1958 in Riga, Lolita FĆ«rmane studied musicology at the Latvian State Conservatory in Riga (1977-1982) and the University in Uppsala (scholarship of the Swedish Institute, 1993/1994). Promotion in 1995 with doctoral thesis concerning the historical and theoretical aspects of musical education in Latvia in 19th century. Since 2005 Professor of Music History at the JÄzeps VÄ«tols Latvian Academy of Music, 2001-2007 Head of the Department of Historical Musicology. DAAD and MÄra Dole (USA) scholarships for source studies in Florence, Leipzig and Saint Petersburg.
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Born in 1958 in Riga, Lolita FĆ«rmane studied musicology at the Latvian State Conservatory in Riga (1977-1982) and the University in Uppsala (scholarship of the Swedish Institute, 1993/1994). Promotion in 1995 with doctoral thesis concerning the historical and theoretical aspects of musical education in Latvia in 19th century. Since 2005 Professor of Music History at the JÄzeps VÄ«tols Latvian Academy of Music, 2001-2007 Head of the Department of Historical Musicology. DAAD and MÄra Dole (USA) scholarships for source studies in Florence, Leipzig and Saint Petersburg.
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Magdalena Dziadek is professor at the institute of musicology of the jagiellonian university in Krakow and the head of its chair of music research from the 19th to the 21st centuries. She graduated from the k. Szymanowski academy of music in katowice. In 1992 she defended her doctoral dissertation on warsaw music criticism in the 19th century at the institute of art of the polish academy of sciences in warsaw. In 2004, she published her postdoctoral dissertation about polish music criticism in the young polish period (1890-1914). Currently, she is occupied with the history of polish, central European and Russian musical cultures in the nineteenth and first half of the twentieth century, focusing attention on issues related to the socio-political basis of cultural changes and on cultural transfers.
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Magdalena Dziadek is professor at the institute of musicology of the jagiellonian university in Krakow and the head of its chair of music research from the 19th to the 21st centuries. She graduated from the k. Szymanowski academy of music in katowice. In 1992 she defended her doctoral dissertation on warsaw music criticism in the 19th century at the institute of art of the polish academy of sciences in warsaw. In 2004, she published her postdoctoral dissertation about polish music criticism in the young polish period (1890-1914). Currently, she is occupied with the history of polish, central European and Russian musical cultures in the nineteenth and first half of the twentieth century, focusing attention on issues related to the socio-political basis of cultural changes and on cultural transfers.
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Henrik Rosengren, Ph.D, is an associate professor in history at the Department of History at Lund University, Sweden and previously editor of the historical journal Scandia. His research topics includes anti-Semitism, biography writing, music history, music and politics and exile research. Selected writings: ,Judarnas Wagnerâ. Moses Pergament och den kulturella identifikationens dilemma omkring 1920â1950 (âThe JewÂŽs Wagnerâ. Moses Pergament and the Dilemma of Cultural Identification, Sekel: 2007); FuÌnf Musiker im Schwedischen Exil. Nazismus â Kalter Krieg â Demokratie, NeumuÌnster: 2016), ââMy Wagner is not your Wagnerâ. The Swedish Reception of the Richard Wagner Legacy During the First Half of the Twentieth Centuryâ in Wagner and the North (edit. by Martin Knust and Anna Kauppala, Helsinki 2021) and The Cold War Through the Lens of Music Making in the GDR (ed. together with Petra Garberding, forthcoming, Stockholm 2022).
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Henrik Rosengren, Ph.D, is an associate professor in history at the Department of History at Lund University, Sweden and previously editor of the historical journal Scandia. His research topics includes anti-Semitism, biography writing, music history, music and politics and exile research. Selected writings: ,Judarnas Wagnerâ. Moses Pergament och den kulturella identifikationens dilemma omkring 1920â1950 (âThe JewÂŽs Wagnerâ. Moses Pergament and the Dilemma of Cultural Identification, Sekel: 2007); FuÌnf Musiker im Schwedischen Exil. Nazismus â Kalter Krieg â Demokratie, NeumuÌnster: 2016), ââMy Wagner is not your Wagnerâ. The Swedish Reception of the Richard Wagner Legacy During the First Half of the Twentieth Centuryâ in Wagner and the North (edit. by Martin Knust and Anna Kauppala, Helsinki 2021) and The Cold War Through the Lens of Music Making in the GDR (ed. together with Petra Garberding, forthcoming, Stockholm 2022).
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Hubert Szczesniak â Cracovian musicologist. In 2020, he was awarded honourable mention in the Hieronim Feicht Competition organised by the Polish Composers' Union for his MA dissertation entitled "Musical Activity of Polish Official Institutions in Nazi-occupied Krakow (1939-1945)". Currently, he is a PhD student at City, University of London and researches musical life in General Government under the supervision of Professor Ian Pace.
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Arnulf Christian Mattes is Associated Professor (historical musicology) at the University Bergen and since 2015 leader of the Grieg Research Centre. Mattes received his PhD at the University of Oslo with a dissertation on Schoenbergâs chamber music written in American exile. Since then, he has received research grants from the Norwegian Research Council (NFR) for projects on musicians in emigration and musical modernism in Norway. Mattesâ published on Nordic music in journals such as Archiv fuÌr Musikwissenschaft and History of Humanities. Recently, he co-edited together with Michael Custodis the anthology âThe Nordic Ingredientâ (Waxmann, 2019), and contributed with a chapter on Griegâs centennial in 1943 to âThe Routledge Handbook to Music under German Occupationâ, ed. by David Fanning and Erik Levi (2019). Serving for many years as editor of the Norwegian Journal of Musicology, he has been appointed for the term 2022â27 as member of the new editorial team of Acta Muscicologica, the journal of the International Musicological Society.
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