Through the medium of solo instruments, orchestras, songs, operas and all sorts of combinations of these; There are 50 composers from the past 250 years who have shaped the world of music. Today, their creations engage the hearts and minds of millions. They provide a rich tapestry to our lives, every day, no matter where we are. Some of those 50 composers were privileged, but most had difficult beginnings and struggled against great odds to survive. Apart from their struggles, they had another common trait - all met people who taught them, inspired them, financed and championed them and opened doors that helped them to follow their dreams. These are the stories of those 50 composers and of the fateful encounters that gave us their amazing music.