The Splendor of the Ninth Symphony
Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, was completed in 1824 and is one of the best-known works in classical music. It's especially famous for its choral finale with the "Ode to Joy" sung by soloists and a large chorus. This symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony.
To explore more about this magnificent masterpiece, dive into these sections: