Well-known musicologist and pianist Robert Levin discusses Haydn's life and the circumstances surrounding the composition of the "Surprise" Symphony. His analysis of each movement, drawing out the wit and warm humor of the work through plentiful musical examples, helps to bring this beloved masterpiece vividly to life. Mariss Janson's conducts the Berlin Philharmonic.
Director: Angelika Stiehler
Director: Bob Coles
Producer: Günter Atteln
Producer: Paul Smaczny
Actor: Robert Levin