Robert Schumann is a big name in classical music. However, in his own lifetime, Robert Schumann wasn't “the” Schumann. His wife was the famous one. Clara Schumann was an internationally known virtuoso who delighted audiences for 60 years, including the periods before, during, and after her eight pregnancies, Robert's illness, and eventual death.

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Music used in this episode include the following free or licensed tracks:

· Robert Schumann's Kinderszenen, Op. 15: Träumerei

· Clara Schumann's Soirees Musicales Opus 6: Ii. Notturno , performed by David Ezra Okonsar

· Robert Schumann's Album for the Young, Op. 68, No. 10 "The Happy Farmer," performed by Trygve Larsen from Pixabay

· Clara Schumann’s Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann, Opus 20, performed by David Ezra Okonsar

· Clara Schumann's Soirees Musicales Opus 6: I. Toccatina, performed by David Ezra Okonsar

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