Society
Nature Becomes a Lifestyle in Germany, Trend Scouts Say

Hippies and bird watchers traditionally nurture a love of nature, but according to a new study, "nature" is now hip in society as a whole. »Mehr zu: title"
Society
Danish Rockstar Uses Nazi Slogan to Protest Smoking Ban

A pro-smoking campaign launched in Denmark by one of the country's best-known rockstars features a notorious Nazi slogan. The country's modest Jewish community is refusing to take offense. »Mehr zu: title"
Beethovenfest
Beethovenfest Director Talks Ninth Symphony Politics

Beethovenfest Director Ilona Schmiel spoke with Deutsche Welle about the power of Beethoven's famous Ninth Symphony, and why the month-long event focuses on the influential work. »Mehr zu: title"
Classical Music
Man and Myth: Misconceptions of Beethoven

The German composer was hard of hearing, always in a bad mood, and useless with women. A romantically glorified image: the lonely, troubled, but of course ingenious artist. »Mehr zu: title"
Bilder: Pictures
Beethovenfest
Music is Lifeblood for Conductor Kurt Masur

Internationally renowned conductor Kurt Masur will direct the Orchestre National de France in performing all nine Beethoven symphonies at this year's Beethovenfest in Bonn. DW takes a look at the man behind the baton. »Mehr zu: title"
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