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On May 7, 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven premiered his 9th and last symphony called Chorale, in Vienna. Here we are, today May 7, 2024, some 200 years later, God Bless Ludwig, and what would be the most powerful, spiritual and brutal musical work taught to the world. But if that were not enough, every time in my life that I lose my reason, my conscience, the motivation to even live, I can never help but hear the Ode to Joy echoing. And although I don't express it, I always break into tears of happiness remembering every word and every letter that the choir makes great.

This piece of music makes life worth living

Beethoven was the only one to hear this. The rest of us are merely listening.

Today 7th may 2024 this magnificient piece of art wich has given us a lot of moments plenty of joy, celebrates it's 200 years of existence, and may stand a lot more.

"Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy." - Ludwig van Beethoven

The best musical masterpiece ever, not only because of its ingenuity, but also because of what it expresses. Beethoven mastered what Bach or Mozart could not master, and this is evident in this very powerful music.

23 minutes. This piece of music is a full 23 minutes long and it uses all of it to enthrall the listener. Every section of the symphony is utilized to paint a picture of beauty in the mind. Truly, this is what music is for.

This is Beethoven at his most visceral and celebratory. Happy 250th everyone!

GENIUS. Listening to this, is like mounting the stairs to Heaven. Danke, Ludwig.

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Genius!!! Every note is in its place perfectly Every note is in synch This is a visualization of us who can’t read music It is outstanding to think that Beethoven had his final and what I believe to be his greatest achievement right there in his brain. The kicker is that by the time he wrote this symphony, he was completely deaf. Conductor who was helping him lead the orchestra had to turn him around so that he could see the thunderous applauses at the end of the performance. I am a huge fan of Beethoven. He is 100% right when he said he writes music that strikes fire in the heart of a man and put tears in the eyes of a woman. Listen to a well played Choral Fantasy.... tell me if you don’t get fired up It’s a gift to humanity

over 200 thumbs down? wtf is the world coming to? this is BEETHOVEN'S NINTH for goodness sakes

Beethoven didn't become deaf, his sensory perception became supersonic.

Viddy well brother, viddy well!

I listened to Beethoven’s 9 a thousand time over 80 years and was absolety entranced by the rendition and especially the graphics. This is one for the memories, it’s “art” in motion

It's incredible that a single man could have created such divine master piece. Beethoven wasn't human.

The "argument" between the cello and the orchestra is the most beautiful use of musical dialogue I've ever heard, and also the most sublime way of doing recapitulation I've ever seen, with each movement's theme being brought back for a reprise as an "interjection" from the orchestra. ☺️☺️🤩🤩❤️❤️

For me I find it very fascinating the fact that I can listen to this symphony a million times and still be swayed so much emotionally each time. Indeed, the hundredth time I have heard this is just as powerful as the first. I think Beethoven's music is especially unique to other composers because of this.

Once you start listening... Just be prepared to be strapped to your seat for 23 minutes.

This work is far beyond any human definition of artistic genius. To call it a masterpiece is to sell it's magnificance utterly short.

This is the single GREATEST musical work of all time, and I will affirm that forever!!!

22:00 is 13:51 but (four times?) faster (diminution) ***The violins in 23:08 play the ode to joy theme two times faster creating a diminution stretto. cello do the same in 22:43 5:32 is expanded to 19:45 Its hard to see these strokes of genius in such a dense and complex piece Edit: I might as well mention other things ive noticed: 11:10 BOTH themes of the double fugue is derived from the ode to joy theme; one is from the march that directly preseeds it and the other is the ode to joy in diminution. The only other example I know of this is the grosse fuge 11:28 Stretto of the last portion of the marched ode to joy theme 11:38 Stretto of diminution theme, 11:52 Even closer stretto of same theme, 12:00 Amazing stetto. 12:07 Changes the tonic with use of sf 19:39 Canon based on ode to joy theme 19:51 Second canon based on ode to joy **** 20:01 Interesting canon in 4 parts (in the voices) on two separate but related themes. Not entirely strict (see next sentence), Basses follow soprano distance of 4 measures, alto follows tenor in 4 measures. Although at first alto leads (ahead of tenor) causing illusion of canon at the distance of one measure. Look at the score, its confusing to explain. Its related to 22:15 i think, needs more studying on my part. 9:21 Clear reference to the 3rd movement of the ninth in its coda (I can post a link to the exact spot if you want) 12:30 Clear reference to the 1st movement of the ninth, the recapitulation with the roaring d major chord (look at the cellos). 0:00 Could be a reference to the fanfare at the end of the third movement, similar contour, same instrumentation *The accelerando is FILLED with references to previous seemingly less important motifs.* 4:22

9:37 sing along: Froh, Froh, wie seine sonnen seine sonnen fliegen Froh, wie seine sonnen fliegen Durch das himmels praecht'gen plan, Laufet, brueder, eure bahn, Laufet, brueder, eure bahn, Freudig wie ein held zum siegen, wie ein held zum siegen, Laufet, brueder, eure bahn, AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH

That bassoon that gently supports the strings 3:12 is one of my favourite moments in all of music.

11:11 - 12:39 THIS IS AMAZING

I think the most genius part of the fourth movement is that Beethoven used the dual cello harmony to bridge entire sections together, as if parts and pieces of the first three movements were merely a memory compared to what could commence in the Ode to Joy Motif. Essentially he wrote for the cello here as if it was a solo instrument in a concerto until the voices come in.

Wow man...I can SEE THE MUSIC! What a trip.

It's hard to even count the number of ways this movement is completely revolutionary.

I adore this symphony. One of my favorite parts is from 21:03 to 21:52. It's the musical equivalent of four vocal soloists simultaneously dancing jigs on one tightrope - without a net. It floors me every-time I hear it.

Further to my comment of 2 years ago here, I have now listened to this rendition with a superior pair of earphones ($$$) and the animation captures the highest and lowest sounds that had been missed before. Thanks for a superior job on the recording, the captions and the animation,

see the rising lines at the very end? this is the clumsy graphic representation of Beethoven's ascension into the heavens. No song, nor musical career, ever ended so well. Simply amazing.

In spite of his almost total deafness and the blackness in his soul he wished to leave a hopeful message of joy and an invite to friendship amongst peoples

The greatest 25 minutes of music ever written.

It's funny how 200 years later, nothing as good as this has been made since

Mr. Malinowski. This is not the first time that I have seen your work. Nor is this the first time I have watched this video. Beethoven's masterpiece is priceless. Everytime I hear it my soul is lifted and I am brought to tears. Your visual work enhances the this Movement. They say the more senses involved the more one learns, and remembers the experience. Watching each note, each voice, each instrument represented, visually, enhances the experience even more. It is breathtaking. From the bottom of my heart, I humbly thank you for sharing your patience, sacrifice, hard work and your passion in this piece and all of the others. This world is a better place each moment we enjoy your videos. Thank you.

Every time I come to listen for just a bit I end up staying for the whole piece.

I don’t know if this is a coincidence or not but... a thought came across my mind... If I become deaf, God forbid, I am gonna have to watch your animated scores all day long. I believe that you are doing a huge favor to the deaf people with your animated scores. keep up the good work. 👆

0:54 The Cellos: “STOP! We’ve performed that already! We need something else.” The woodwind instruments: “Can we do the ‘scherzo’ from the second movement?” The Cellos: “Certainly not! We need more feel. Is there any suggestions?” The woodwinds: “Let’s try the adagio from the 3rd movement. It has some feel to it. It’s like-“ (Interruption) The Cellos: “All of these have no use anymore.” (Some clamoring going on) The Cellos: “Okay, hey guys! Settle down!” The Oboes: “Wait! I got it! Let’s try Friedrich Schiller’s ‘Ode to Joy!’” The Cellos: “Hey! That’s a good idea! But I go first!” The Oboes: “Can’t we go first?” The Cellos: “No. This is a build up, starting with us first, and then everyone else can come along.” The Oboes: “Alright. You go first.” The Strings and Woodwinds: “Let’s go!” (Ode to Joy plays for the rest of the movement)

I love Ode to Joy. It's the type of song I know by just hearing the first note.

There are earth where the notes almost seem to stumble over themselves like they are so excited to play. Like if left to their own devices the notes would just run off on their own. The song is so joyful it can barely contain itself and I love that

What I love about these videos is that it can help you hear instruments you usually can't. 17:18 Violin is playing a really incredible fast melody here. 22:43 is another good example on strings playing subtle but hard melodies.

The song of the best flash mob bands

beethoven was so far ahead for his time. this is one of the greatest pieces of music ever written. his music brings out the best in us (and i am not referring to the lyrics of this movement). genius. genius, genius.

I am a total musical lay-person but this always really gets to me. Not as if it's some relic from 200 years ago but in a way that is as applicable to modern-day life as it was then. As it perhaps has always been for human beings. He is talking about the ecstasy of the phenomenon of being able to experience joy.

Today I cryied more than in my whole life listening to this divine masterpiece. Hundreds of emotions came to my mind and I felt the most extreme experience in my life. Pain, beuty, hope, friendship, sadness, madness, ecstasy... I seriously thought I was on the verge of infartion.

Thanks for posting, and particularly for adding the lyrics. It adds so much significance to know exactly what they are singing.

4:52 The most joyous moment in music history. Like a rocket soaring triumphantly into the sky.

200 years today 🎉🥳! Brothers, not these tones! Let us instead raise our voices in more pleasing and more joyful sounds!

Seeing the musical lines move against each other like this really brings home the message of the text. _Froh, wie seine Sonnen fliegen durch des Himmels prächt'gen Plan._ Each with their own stark, sometimes messy individuality yet still harmonious to the whole, and joyful!

It's really awesome that over a 'millionen' people like this video. ;-)

What can you say, words cannoy express, the emotions this brings forth, Simply listen and forget, your troubles, and ENJOY the moment.

In my not so humble opinion, if I may so bold to say, there only three periods in music: 1. before Beethoven's Ninth Symphony; 2. Beethoven's Ninth Symphony; 3. After Beethoven's Ninth Symphony... I do not say that Masterpieces did not exist before or after, but this symphony is Summit of the best of the best music ever written!

It takes a great deal to draw me to tears, but the first time I have heard this masterpiece I nearly cried. Easily one of the greatest compositions in the history of mankind.

Written and conducted by a person afflicted with deafness. How can you describe greater genius than this?

It still gets me how beautiful this is, and that a deaf Beethoven wrote this. It really is amazing.

People don't talk about this enough, the ending is actually the best part, a fast Coda, ending with just 5 short notes, end of story, no dragging, it's Beethoven's equivalent of a mic-drop, as if saying :"I've said all there is to say, this is it."

what we have taking place is a masterpiece of some divine grace

Seeing this live was incredible, and I was 12

Every new year, this is the first music I need to hear. To start the year right.

Happy birthday, Ludwig!!! We miss you. You are still one of the greatest of all time.

**Symphony ends** **Crowd Cheers** *Beethoven: "I CAN'T HEAR YOU"!*

With all due respect to maestros Bach & Mozart ; Beethoven is the greatest composer of symphonic music ever !!!

One of the things makes this so beautiful is that Beethoven combined orchestra and chorus.

I’m currently in the car, and my sister (new driver) is trying to get to the local Walmart. I’m frightened. But Beethovens genius is helping, and also smalin is also assisting with their wonderful content! So thank you Beethoven, and thank you smalin!

there are only few people in the world who really mastered a goodbye, while beethoven was probably the best

I really appreciate these beautiful animations! They seem to give me a better understanding of the music and the genius. Thanks!

9:32 - 11:11 the golden section, pure sunny bliss

1:50 the cello is winning the argument and we know what's about to come. It's chillingly magnificent. I got tears in my eyes.

This kiss to the whole world

Chills, Every. Damn. Time.

SOOOOOOO GOT DANG GOOD!!!!! imagine hearing this when we didn't have the technology we have today that gives us a massive plethora of sound to tune into! and it's still so phenomenal TO THIS DAY!!! this must have been even MORE TERRIBLY EPIC back when it was composed!!

A brief fanfare in the tonic key of D minor starts off the movement. This doesn't last long, however, as just when the fanfare ends, the celli quietly introduce a new theme after recalling older themes from the past 3 movements along with the whole orchestra. The theme in question is the infamous Ode to Joy theme. At first, the celli quietly play the theme, then it's the viola and bassoon, then the violin, and in a matter of moments, the whole orchestra. This sunniness we witnessed earlier in the past 3 movements does not last long, as the orchestra recites the fanfare once more, then stops as the recitativo kicks off the vocal portion of the movement. Soon, the orchestra, plus the chorus, recalls the sunniness from a few measures ago. It soon stops at an F major chord and is replaced with a march in B-flat major. It soon transitions into a more stormy section, full of ups and downs, before stopping at an F-sharp note, alternating between two octaves, before steadying and leading into B major, then B minor, and then D major, thus putting the orchestra in full force, reciting the theme in an enthusiastic way before stopping at a G major chord, leading into a slow choral section in G major. Before long, a dance kicks in, first reciting the "Be embraced, millions" lyric and then a recitativo dominated by the dance rhythm intervenes. Then, we find ourselves in another dance-like section, contrasting with slower portions of the section. Then a two note flick, alternating octaves before steadying, leads us into a bombastic coda, going full force before slowing down briefly, then speeding up again and reciting the theme one more time before closing off with an abruptly short D major chord, the end of the symphony.

Absolutely beyond this world genius. And he composed this when he was deaf. He never heard it.

13:48 'i made this piece (peace) for you!' THANK YOU VERY MUCH, SIR!

This is exactly what listening to music is like for me in my head. Brilliant video.

This piece is SO perfect. Nothing will ever be as good as this masterpiece.

Greatest composition ever. No doubt.

Still coming back because it brings joy to my heart

The most epic karaoke I've ever heard/seen :)

Listen, carefully, to the that faint, though never insignificant small group of voices (forgive me for not describing this technically) which sounds so much like Angelic Voices just before the finale. As odd as this might sound, I heard this on the eve of my birthday turning 20 in 1979 in Northern California as I followed my bedtime prayers with laying my head down on my pillow. There was no stereo playing. It played in my head. From where it originated I do not know. Suddenly, I was overcome with this aria and it was so beautiful, unearthly beautiful that it brought me to tears so profound and lulled me right to sleep. The next day's events were magnificent, to say the least and a welcomed Birthday Present. Beethoven Forever!

Mankind's greatest achievement

How has no one managed to use “Götterfunken” as either a band name or album title yet? It’s BEGGING for it.

Never got to the end of comments. Well, people good or bad, you cant say this magnificent music doesn't elicit response. Long winded like the ending to his 5th symphony. May you rest in eternal peace ludwig.

i don't know if this how Beethoven pictured in his brain but I would like to imagine that it is

Beautiful, the graphics absolutely enhance the listening experience. What’s most amazing, if anything can be more amazing then the ninth, is that he wrote the whole thing stone deaf. In a room by himself with a few candles, he heard the ninth in his head. It’s what elevated him from being one of the greatest composers of all time to being just a single name - Beethoven

I love this recording so much because I can hear them turning physical sheet music pages, and especially that one WOO right at the end before the applause fully sets in.

Of all the things I like to say about this work, the thing I will say is that for a guy who liked to end his pieces 9 or 10 times before he was finally done, Beethoven wraps this one up in like eight bars. I guess he was thinking "what else could they expect me to say after all that?"

The entirety of Beethoven's Symphony no. 9 is astoundingly amazing, but Movement 4 in particular is one of the finest creations of any human who ever lived. If there is a heaven it is in audio format and this is it. I mean holy shit. People like all kinds of genres of music, some more than others, but this piece is just objectively outstanding.

Happy New Year! Loving The Ninth on NYE! Alone. And yet - not alone.

Not a huge classical guy but the 9th would be my eternal afterlife choice. It is the one piece that would never get old.

When your movements are so long that they have movements

so beautiful, it brings tears to my eyes every time, wonderfully ageless

He is in his apt......depressed.....he lost the ability to hear.....an angel from heaven in the form of a blind girl came to him. She feels the way he is. " I would give any thing to be able to see the world" said the blind girl...." I would give anything to be able to hear the world" Beethoven said....smiling lightly....."I'll be your ears and you be my eyes" the blind girl said. With energy just found, he starts to complete and finish HIS 9TH SYMPHONY 4TH mOVEMENT.....i read that in a magazine....

As a young boy I asked for this symphony as a birthday present. But seeing this is a miracle...! So moving. Thank you so much.

This is the most beautiful thing my ears have ever heard.

Apart his genius in writing a symphony like this as deaf, note his message of hope and brotherhood to the world in spite of his bitterness

One always comes back to hear this charming movement!! ;3

How do we know that G0d exists? We have chocolate and we have Beethoven. The Ninth Symphony is the greatest piece of music ever written, and I have to believe that G0d was guiding Beethoven's brain and hand while he was composing this. Perhaps that's why He made Beethoven deaf, so that he wouldn't be confused by extraneous sounds while he was composing.

Beethoven offered each of us a secret: This is what the heart hears. When we listen to it.