On March 26, 1827, Ludwig van Beethoven died in his apartment in the Schwarzspanierhaus, Vienna at the age of 56, following a prolonged illness. Wednesday afternoon, in honor of this anniversary, Foley Schuler will be featuring some of the very last music composed by Beethoven as well as music of Luigi Cherubini—a favorite composer of Beethoven's—that was performed at his funeral 3 days later. Wednesday also marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of one of the leading figures in modern music, Pierre Boulez. On the afternoon program, in honor of the Boulez centenary, Foley will also be showcasing his brilliant work over the years as both composer and conductor.
March 26: On this Date--the Death of Beethoven
