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What makes Beethoven’s ‘Ode to Joy’ so special?
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September 3, 2024
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The "Ode to Joy" from Beethoven's Ninth Symphony is the official "Anthem of Europe." It's an anthem with a long history. Using the language of music, it stands for stated European values like freedom, peace and solidarity.
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