Schubert was the greatest composer of songs in the Romantic period. We will listen to and discuss some of his most moving songs in an accessible way to explore how his music expresses his deepest feelings and ours. It is not necessary to have any background in music to enjoy this course.

Moderator: Heather Arden is Professor Emerita at UC. After teaching French for many years, she returned to music and the piano. She studies music with the former head of keyboard studies at CCM and performs in music clubs. The music of Franz Schubert is her specialty.