Billy Joel’s Musical Odyssey: The Influence of Beethoven on “Vienna”

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Music has an incredible ability to transcend time and connect artists across generations. Billy Joel, the legendary American singer-songwriter, is renowned for his ability to craft memorable melodies and poignant lyrics that have touched the hearts of millions. While his diverse musical influences are evident throughout his discography, one artist who had a profound impact on Joel’s music was none …

Ode an die Freude ( Ode to Joy ) Beethoven Symphony No.9 classical music

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This is a flash-mob classical rendition of Ode to Joy (Beethoven Symphony No.9), incredibly well performed. The Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, is a choral symphony, the final complete symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, composed between 1822 and 1824. It was first performed in Vienna on 7 May 1824. The symphony is regarded by many critics and musicologists as Beethoven’s greatest work and one of the …