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Europa Hymne
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Europahymne Schlusschor über Schillers Ode "An die Freude" aus der Sinfonie Nr.9 d-moll, op.125
In his early period of creativity, the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven dedicated some of his works to heroes, e.g. Egmont, Coriolanus or Fidelio. Beethoven also admired Napoleon Bonaparte and expected from him to bring unity and peace for all men. He therefore dedicated his third symphony, entitled “Eroica” to him. However, when Napoleon crowned himself “emperor of all mankind” several years later, Beethoven was utterly displeased and cognized that Napoleon too merely strived for personal power and glory. Deeply disappointed he discarded the score of his “Eroica”. Although Beethoven had become completely deaf towards the end of his life, he wrote yet another symphony. This last symphony of his, his Ninth boasts the most magnificent finale to which a composer ever was inspired. In it he cognized that honor is due only to the creator of heaven and the earth, and in this music, Beethoven pronounces his true dream: “Brotherhood unites all men.” In 1972 the decision was reached to make the finale of the Ninth Symphony the European anthem.
Alfred Bösendorfer specially arranged this piece for the Explora Series in an interesting and varied way. The anthem may be performed together with a choir (unison) in German and English.
eXplora Grade 1+ eXplora Disc 06
Grade Level GB: 1-2 Grade Level USA: 1 (Very Easy) Composer: Beethoven, Ludwig van Arranger: Bösendorfer, Alfred Genre: + Choir (opt.), + Vocals (opt.), Hymn, Concert Piece Performance time: 00:02:47 Publisher: Rundel Size: A4 Info: Full Score + Parts Rundel Order Number: MVSR7049 Release Date: 2004
In his early period of creativity, the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven dedicated some of his works to heroes, e.g. Egmont, Coriolanus or Fidelio. Beethoven also admired Napoleon Bonaparte and...
Ludwig van Beethoven was a German composer and pianist. He is counted among the most outstanding composers in music history. His father Johann van Beethoven recognized his son's extraordinary talent early on and ensured a solid musical education. Beethoven first performed publicly as a pianist at the age of seven. In 1782 his first piano compositions were published. In 1784 his teacher wrote...