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Beethoven 9th Symphony (Documentary)

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Ludwig van Beethoven's ninth and last symphony is considered one of the highlights of symphonic music. Through the use of song, Beethoven questions the effect of purely instrumental music-influenci...

Ludwig van Beethoven's ninth and last symphony is considered one of the highlights of symphonic music. Through the use of song, Beethoven questions the effect of purely instrumental music-influencing generations of composers after him. German Beethoven expert Wulf Konold explains the central characteristics of this exciting masterpiece. Claudio Abbado conducts the Berlin Philharmonic.

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