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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