Chinese programme: Tang Zhe on Beethoven

Why Beethoven’s music has found its unique place in the musical pantheon? What’s magic about his music that has become since his time a global phenomenon like none other?Chinese pianist and educator Tang Zhe heads the music education department of the renowned Shanghai Conservatory of Music. Here he is interviewed by KLASSIKOM and talks about his study with Leonard Shure, who is an assistant to Artur Schnabel. Tang is often considered a disciple from a lineage that could be traced back to the teachings of Beethove himself.According to him, “Beethoven’s music has the power to reach and touch the soft spot of us all”.The programme is in Mandarin with no subtitles. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit klassikom.substack.com