Teaching Resources

A dramatization of Hildegard von Bingen's life.

In this film by Tony Palmer, the landscapes of America, which Adams brings to life in his music, are backdrops for this intimate portrait of the most performed composer of his generation. 

Filmed in Russia, Switzerland and America, with stirring musical performances, this is a loving insight into the man & his music by Tony Palmer.

Stravinsky's wife, children, and musical associates share insights into his life and work in this documentary by Tony Palmer

Portrays the love of Robert and Clara Schumann in a unique and fascinating blend of narration, dialogue, and music.

Lavish musical biography of Jerome Kern directed by Vincente Minnelli and featuring numerous performances.

Produced in Italy, this story spans Puccini's creative life from student days to the height of success.

Explores the life, loves and struggles of Giuseppe Verdi, with more than 20 excerpts from his operas.

Compelling documentary directed by Phil Grabsky, set in the places Beethoven lived, composed, and performed,

Compelling documentary directed by Phil Grabsky, set in the place Mozart lived, composed, and performed.

Compelling documentaries directed by Phil Grabsky, set in the places they lived, composed, and performed their through music,

Zubin Mehta and the Los Angeles Symphony comment on and perform Raval's Bolero. 

Dennis Kobray, pianist and actor, portrays Mozart in full costume, using drama and musical performances

Dennis Kobray, pianist and actor, portrays Beethoven in full costume, using drama and musical performances

Dennis Kobray,  pianist and actor, portrays Joplin in full costume, using drama and musical performances

Dennis Kobray, pianist and actor, portrays Gershwin in full costume, using drama and musical performances

Dennis Kobray, pianist and actor, portrays J. S. Bach in full costume, using drama and musical performances

Dennis Kobray, pianist and actor, portrays each composer in full costume, using drama and musical performances.

This series by Michael Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony features beautiful documentaries on the lives and music of composers, shot on location, with Thomas's insightful biographical and musical commentary, and full concert performances. 

This series by Michael Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony features beautiful documentaries on the lives and music of composers, shot on location, with Thomas's insightful biographical and musical commentary, and full concert performances.