Beethoven Cycle – Symphony No. 9

Synopsis

Official anthem of the European Union since 1985, the final movement of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 (nicknamed the “Ode to Joy”) has become a symbol of peace and brotherhood. Although the Viennese public failed to appreciate a number of the composer’s later works, the premiere of the Ninth Symphony proved to be an incredible triumph for the ailing Beethoven—suffering by that time from total deafness, but nonetheless well enough to be present in the hall to enjoy his creation’s success. Experience the beloved masterwork in this powerful performance by Karajan and the Berliner Philharmoniker!

Additional Info

• No: 8559
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven
• Conductor: Herbert von Karajan
• Orchestra: Berliner Philharmoniker; Wiener Singverein
• Artists: Lella Cuberli, Helga Müller-Molinari, Vinson Cole, Franz Grundheber
• Production year: 1986
• Run time: 01:08:00
• Producers: Telemondial
• Format: HDTV 16:9