<p>In Ep. 34 we see Johannes Brahms complete his adolescence and become a young adult. Along the way he is tested severely, leading a double life as a serious music student by day and dance hall pianist by night. Delicate and prone to migraines as a youth, this taxing work nearly ruined Johannes's physical and mental health. But as always, in times of great need a savior came his way and his health was repaired. With his strength renewed, Brahms was ready to confront the world as a professional musician and composer. It would not be easy for him at first...</p> <p>---------------</p> <p>Subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-star review!</p> <p>download our app!</p> <p>Visit and like our Facebook page!</p> <p><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/thegreatcomposerspodcast/?ref=bookmarks">https://www.facebook.com/thegreatcomposerspodcast/?ref=bookmarks</a></p> <p>-----------------</p> <p>Music heard in this episode (all by Brahms):</p> <p>Sixteen Waltzes of op. 39!</p> <p>In order of appearance #’s 1, 2, 10, 6, 3, 11, 12, 4, 5, 15, 16</p> <p>performed beautifully by Martha Goldstein.</p> <p><a href= "https://musopen.org/music/2137-sixteen-waltzes-op-39/">https://musopen.org/music/2137-sixteen-waltzes-op-39/</a></p> <p>Op. 1, Sonata for Solo Piano in C major, mvt. 1 </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>