Episode

Beethoven and Singing Trombone

Podcast: From the Top
Published: May 18, 2026
Duration seconds: 2052
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Summary

A teen pianist shares her passion for Beethoven, and the son of professional vocalists falls in love with making the trombone sing. Plus we’re treated to a flashback finale featuring a Brahms horn trio. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy