The Ninth: Beethoven and the World in 1824 (Book)
The premier of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony in Vienna on May 7, 1824, was the most significant
artistic event of the year—and the work remains one of the most precedent-shattering and influential
compositions in the history of music. Described in vibrant detail by eminent musicologist Harvey
Sachs, this symbol of freedom and joy was so unorthodox that it amazed and confused listeners at
its unveiling—yet it became a standard for subsequent generations of creative artists, and its
composer came to embody the Romantic cult of genius. In this unconventional, provocative book,
Beethoven’s masterwork becomes a prism through which we may view the politics, aesthetics, and
overall climate of the era. Part biography, part history, part memoir, The Ninth brilliantly explores
the intricacies of Beethoven’s last symphony—how it brought forth the power of the individual while
celebrating the collective spirit of humanity.
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