This podcast episode takes listeners on a musical journey through history, exploring awe-inspiring and profound moments in classical music. From Tchaikovsky's exhilarating Swan Lake ending to Mahler's shocking Symphony No. 2 beginning, and from Debussy's transcendent La Mer to Stravinsky's challenging Rite of Spring, the episode delves into the significance and beauty of these masterpieces. It also features contemporary music, highlighting the innovative works of living composers and showcasing the unique and theatrical elements of modern pieces.