This work, its composer's Opus 125, is an appropriate ‘introduction' to the Romantic period of music in the years after it was first performed. Adopted as Europe's anthem by the Council of Europe in 1972, the most famous section, from the 4th Movement, is instantly recognizable to non-music lovers and was quoted by Brahms in his 1st Symphony. The first major orchestral work to feature a prominent and demanding choral section, it was ironically composed when its composer's deafness was at its peak. FTP, name this last sy
This work, its composer's Opus 125, is an appropriate ‘introduction' to the Romantic period of music in the years after it was first performed. Adopted as Europe's anthem by the Council of Europe in 1972, the most famous section, from the 4th Movement, is instantly recognizable to non-music lovers and was quoted by Brahms in his 1st Symphony. The first major orchestral work to feature a prominent and demanding choral section, it was ironically composed when its composer's deafness was at its peak. FTP, name this last symphony of Beethoven, featuring the Ode to Joy, nicknamed the Choral Symphony.
This work, its composer's Opus 125, is an appropriate ‘introduction' to the Romantic period of music in the years after it was first performed.
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