Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 | Daniel Barenboim & the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra (complete symphony)

The West-Eastern Divan Orchestra conducted by Daniel Barenboim performs Beethoven's Ninth Symphony at the Berlin Philharmonic. It's supported by singers Angela Denoke, Waltraud Meier, Burkhard Fritz and René Pape. The West-Eastern Divan Orchestra is a very special ensemble: It is made up of young Israeli and Arab musicians and is campaigning for a peaceful solution to the Middle East conflict. The West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, which was founded in 1999, gives concerts all over the world. Proceeds from the concert in Berlin went to the Barenboim-Said Academy, which supports musical education programs.
The 9th Symphony in D minor op. 125 is the last finished symphony by the composer Ludwig van Beethoven. The work was premiered in Vienna on May 7, 1824 in the presence of Beethoven, who was already completely deaf and was a complete success. The fourth movement is also known as "Ode to Joy" and is one of the most popular songs in the world. Since 1985, the main theme of the
last movement has been the official European anthem.
I. Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso 00:00
II. Molto vivace 17:54
III. Adagio molto e cantábile 29:59
IV. Presto 47:10
Choir of the German State Opera Berlin
West-Eastern Divan Orchestra
Daniel Barenboim | CONDUCTOR
Angela Denoke | SOPRANO
Waltraud Meier | MEZZO SOPRANO
Burkhard Fritz | TENOR
René Pape | BASS
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[@andresgutierrezaldama8353]

Txarly user y los ejemplared

[@nelidapantanograzziano9561]

Un compositor donde su musica salió de lo mas recóndito de su ser y llegó a sus oyentes a lo mas profundo de sus almas

[@CharlieBrown-zr9wk]

What the f…….

[@jacquelinesassoon8146]

E a minha sinfonia preferida !

[@c.r.javier9480]

Das Stimpt DosDopple!!

[@eddietucker3334]

I'm one of those whackos who's listened to every recording of the ninth in existence. This one is the best I've ever heard. Awesome!!!

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[@antongromek4180]

YO!!!

[@ennisgunns]

I agree. I can get ensconced in one piece for weeks sometimes, comparing three or four versions. Pretty wild.

[@fransmordin8675]

We can start a wacko club...me too

[@shodanart]

@@DWClassicalMusic I agree, Eddie! I’ve tried them all. This is the best!

[@bobedison5785]

Beethoven's eternal gift to humanity

[@veraluciadesouzalima5721]

I agree.

[@annedwyer797]

Indeed!

[@pariss9983]

Absolutely true. The 9th symphony is a gift from god passed down to humanity through Beethoven.

[@jenniferlynnwyatt7149]

I could not say it better if I tried. Thank you.

[@MrRhdarocha]

It's like expressing the most beautiful feelings

[@nizarrifki6473]

Barenboim has issued a statement saying that he is stepping down due to having been diagnosed with a severe neurological disease. It broke my heart to see a legend make such an announcement. God bless you Daniel.

[@veronicaveronica5793]

Straziante, sono italiana ma preferisco la sua interpretazione a quella del maestro Riccardo Muti

[@sallymoore4035]

God bless you Daniel for the joy you have given us..many blessings Sally 💖

[@helenatorrez1553]

Barenboi will always be remember as one of the greatest conductors of all times, after all his interpretations are always so beautiful and historically accurate.

[@patriciafrancop848]

De acuerdo

[@barbaradunn5413]

So sad to hear this news. He is such a wonderful teacher. I will miss him.

[@mommyseastar5776]

Our daughter is 8 and has severe autism. She almost non-verbal yet she seems to understand this piece. It helped her redirect from having a loud screaming behavior. This piece expresses so much about the human condition without words.

[@mithranigrandaric5872]

Autism is hard to deal with. Might I recommend when they are screechy or clearly overwhelmed, a dark quiet room can help. Because on average autistic people persevere 8 times as much stimulation. So lights and sound are the biggest enemy. Hope this helps.

[@creamrisesup]

Oh that great. Would you tell us which specific segment of the 9th that she likes?

[@huachingteng5202]

From my childhood, the 9th symphony always my sources of comfort, encouragement, my enchilada of emotions. Now a 70 years not so old man, sick lying on bed, giving me the most relief from sufferings, with even more HOPE for me and all humanity.

[@Singhapur1]

Get well sooner New Friends Waiting And Loving you

[@chia1cdef]

The music is uplifting. Hope you have fully recovered.

[@manuelaformoso4647]

God bless you ! You don't know how I can understand you...

[@lifeevent88]

Are you feeling better?

[@user-xx9mu4ob4o]

70 years old is not real old. I'm 69. I hope you getting better. _()_

[@rickwhite4137]

In 10,000 years, this type of music will be played while all other music has long been forgotten.

[@MemekingJag]

Jealous of the humans that get to let a new alien species listen to this. Bliss to all 5 of their ears.

[@EdwardHowton]

Musician/comedian/etc Bill Bailey mentions this in one of his comedy shows. Everybody remembers these songs. People who survive a plane crash and are stranded in the mountains for months aren't singing trash pop by [Generic Boy Band]. Even stuff as recent as Gloria Gaynor has more lasting power than what you hear coming out these days. But this? This wasn't just some ear-worm cash-grab in its day. This was a genius showing off. Which I'm okay with, really.

[@IsaacAndestein]

@@EdwardHowton piece not song

[@CarlosQuesadaR]

I hope so

[@MrVinic33]

Heaven melody 🎶 Bro!

[@WonderfulLife48]

To anybody reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mind may clarity replace confusion. may peace and calmness fill your life. ❤

[@diegoulate6544]

I was visiting the most beautiful tropical cloud forest in Costa Rica. A place that will die out and turn into a desert land in about 30 years due to climate change...And I became a sad man...Randomly I came to see this video, read your comment...Why should we live in despair? We got lucky to see the beautiful thing the universe gifted us for this very little time we are living. I can go in peace knowing that the world will continue its course of creation an destruction and creation again...Without me, Without anyone of us...Without humanity because we are not needed at all

[@WonderfulLife48]

Thank you so much!!!@@diegoulate6544

[@suhar4294]

❤

[@in6893]

49:05

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49:05 49:05 ​@@diegoulate6544

[@clemenza089]

The cellist smiling into the camera took me by surprise 😄. Great performance!

[@j0HN0WNS]

Came down to see if anyone else noticed 🤣

[@hadrielfung5274]

At 49:05 for anyone wondering

[@FranciscoPino-uc6lt]

All foccused in her performance, a great musician... and still a little girl... yes, it was so nice!

[@kerrgal]

I think the camera took *her* by surprise!

[@n-fk]

Elle a eu un très joli mais fugace sourire.... je pense aussi qu'elle a été surprise par le caméraman 😎

[@csaracho2009]

Year 1824, and still bringing hope to all people in the world! Thanks Ludwig Van Betthoven

[@gotterfunken]

Absolutely true.

[@anaameliaalmeida1752]

I agree with you.

[@TatCoz]

J'adhère totalement !

[@leeingram5187]

Genius and integrity transcend time, a brilliant creation of the age of the enlightenment.

[@ronaldbrown7780]

L.V. B. Never heard this himself.

[@the_great_phoenix231]

Beethoven 9 is the epitome of music, the embodiment of the human nature; joy, happiness, sadness, suffering, passion, indifference, brotherhood, betrayal and just about anything that makes human life so significant and cherished despite how useless we are in the grand scheme of things... In my opinion, this piece will always be the most genius work any person has ever created - period. Beethoven; the hero who won victory in his battle against destiny and fate - truly transcending above the limits of mortal passion...❤

[@katydid2k]

I cannot agree with you more. Pure genius, and *the* most beautiful piece of music everwritten. This performance moved me to tears. Long live the brilliance of Beethoven.

[@JoGonValCo]

Hola: ¡Total y absolutamente de acuerdo. Beethoven es el más grande!

[@martinscholes2023]

Wow! What a great summary. Can’t think of a better way to try and describe this masterpiece. Sometimes words are not enough but you got very close. Bravo!

[@ismaelsy8330]

Pure vérité. J'approuve vos éloges.

[@ma.aI-]

NOW WE HAVE wSSR FOR DEVELOP IN COLORS THE EVERMAKE GROUPS OF FEELINGS AS A LAW FOR FRIENDSHIP AND MARRIAGE CALLED MOAR

[@theexplorechanneluk7934]

I’m a 23 year old guy and now make habit of listening to this music more than secular music 🎼 🎶 it brings a great peace to my heart and my ears are dancing. Thanks for making this music available 😊

[@DWClassicalMusic]

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[@kennethsilberberg4273]

I'm all in with that statement ❤

[@lesmillett6144]

you may have a spiritual experience listening to this symphony (as many of us do), but it IS secular music. It is not religious music. It is music about the triumph of the then revolutionary bourgeoisie over the ordered and preordained forces of musical classicism and socioeconomic feudalism.

[@enzomolinari9141]

It's such a beautiful moment @ 1:01:50 when the conductor relaxes for a few seconds and looks over the orchestra with such happiness and pride and peace like all of the rehearsals and hard work and years of practice and joy, sweat and tears - everything - everything came together at that one moment, that culmination of the beauty of humanity and it's just such a cool thing to see. 🙏🏼

[@David-yh7up]

❤😊

[@molliestanton2869]

The conductor was definitely tense. The orchestra and choir did a phenomenal job with a complex, emotional piece, culminating in " Freude." Magnificent job.

[@5gx673]

Embodies the message of the 9th ❤

[@enzomolinari9141]

@@5gx673 it sure does.

[@GoranVONKarkin]

Because of this feeling of the last 20 minutes of this performance, I decided to be a musician. Nothing in the world can replace that feeling for me

[@GreenDragon11]

Wow I hope you succeed in your wildest imagination!

[@jean-louiscaron8229]

Pianos music

[@mirkorussomanno4981]

lucky you... to choose music studying in italy means to be forgotten by your country in 99% of cases. given this -ludwig 's number one

[@xiaoyedang8889]

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[@cosmosstp]

Agree with you. By the way, Just listening to that last 20 minutes doesn't seem to make me feel the magnificence of this music that I always play from the very beginning.

[@jeffherdz]

I always wonder if Beethoven would be amazed that his music is still played and enjoyed by so many people, 195 years after his death.

[@DWClassicalMusic]

Interesting thought! He would certainly be amazed 😀

[@rabokarabekian409]

excerpts form "Beethoven's Ninth: Reactions vary over the centuries" When he conducted the premiere, Beethoven couldn't hear a note of it. Few in the audience knew he was deaf until the music ended, and he continued to wave his arms. He had to be turned toward the audience to see the tumultuous applause. Beethoven's Ninth was not a runaway best seller when it was first performed in 1824 and even throughout the 19th Century. "Monstrous," thundered a respected critic of Beethoven's day. "...very much like Yankee Doodle," sniffed a Providence, R.I. newspaper in 1868. "Unspeakable cheapness," declared Boston's Musical Record in 1899.

[@sandatoacsen9858]

Il DIO APOLLO, che inspira la musica, e anche IL DIO della medicina... la Sua musica e VITA ed e per sempre.... ❤️💞... I compositori sono dei "canali" tramite i qualli LUI si manifesta... ed essi non si preocupano per il futuro... come tutti gli artisti...! ❤️.... e noi dicciamo che sono immortali...ed e vero, perche e IL DIO che si e manifestato ! 💫❤️

[@hamiltonbeckett2391]

Beethoven once told a Prince, "Prince, what you are, you are through chance and birth; what I am, I am through my own labor. There are many princes and there will continue to be thousands more, but there is only one Beethoven." So I'm of the opinion that were he to be asked on his thoughts of his music being played and celebrated nearly 200 years later, he would say something to the effect of "As it should be!"

[@jeffherdz]

@@hamiltonbeckett2391 Bravo, my friend.

[@user-si8xg8bg8z]

Beethoven is mesmerizing, not only to the audience, but to each and every member of the orchestra and chorus. Hats off to Daniel Barenboim who founded this orchestra, integrating Israelis and Arabs, all united by the power of music.

[@danielecardoso7731]

OMG.. is only me, or is anyone else crying?? that touched me so hard...

[@827Heckenlively]

You're not alone.

[@ladymigobu]

Me too...

[@geraldoraineromendonca2892]

Me too...

[@michaelcelani8325]

Miss Cardoso....I am crying...... and I am not even listening.....true. Just the thought of all the potential. .....do you understand ?? m.c.

[@danieldelmondes1851]

eu também Daniela 🇧🇷

[@allanmccalder5058]

I loved this performance of "The Ninth" for a few reasons. First, the music by Beethoven is brilliant. Second, the performances by the musicians and singers was fantastic! And third, I so very much enjoyed the camera work that showed the emotions of the all the performers - especially the conductor, Daniel Barenboim.. That is really living in the moment. Thanks for sharing this wonderful music.

[@DWClassicalMusic]

Thank you for your kind compliments!

[@bettinajoseph3758]

Daniel Darenboim is a really great musician and knows Beethoven very well, he has been playing Beethoven since He was a child

[@allanmccalder5058]

@@bettinajoseph3758 Thank you. I will search for more of his musical performances. Cheers from Canada.

[@bettinajoseph3758]

@@allanmccalder5058 enjoy.... Greetings from Vienna, Austria

[@maritzacarrington6193]

Wonderful commentary. Bless you.

[@user-dl5kp9iw3d]

While I’m listening to this piece of music I’ve wonderd ……What an amazingly happy world it would be if people all over the world could sing Beethoven’s 9th “ Ode to Joy ” all together holding each other’s hands with the feelings as honest as children, Unite their hearts as “One” and live in peace …….

[@user-xd9jq9dx3h]

日本人の僕も同じ気持ちです

[@johnlewis-nk1js]

Totally agree (diolch o Gymru) many thanks from Wales.

[@rayfan5648]

My favorite symphony ❤️ let's all wish for a better 2021 for mankind 🙏

[@LtBRS]

@Ray Fan, Well, so far it's getting off to a great start with complete usirpation, well-funded media and governance bold-faced lies and the continuation of wars of covert aggression against the docile populations.

[@GreenDragon11]

Hear, hear 💗💝💗💝!

[@user-sc9rn1rx5y]

Это грандиозно ! Это гимн человеческому духу ,поднявшегося до высот соединёния с Божественным .Благодарность Дирижеру и всем исполнителям

[@user-sc9rn1rx5y]

Грандиозно !

[@DWClassicalMusic]

👍

[@theingabo212]

Daniel Barenboim is the right person for Beethoven's masterpieces. Fact:He couducted this Epic symphony without the score. What a Legend.

[@user-pe5gh3ts9e]

Был такой дирижер - Караян. Посмотрите и послушайте, как это зделал он.

[@johnmcmullen1366]

Amazing

[@katydid2k]

He was very deep - transported, and in an altered state by the finish. I have never seen such devotion to a piece in a conductor. As if it was only ever to be performed once and this was that one performance. Exquisite.

[@ArtePoeticaTV]

The most incredible thing about the Ninth Symphony is that, after so many bad TV commercials, so much stupid advertising, so much misuse that has been made of it, every time you listen to it again the miracle occurs of getting excited as if it were the first time. time you listen to it.

[@NightRain1205]

Until now, I had no idea how much I needed classical music in my life...honestly, I can't believe how beautiful these works of art are...

[@mariateresabozzano381]

❤

[@mariateresabozzano381]

❤

[@nixedgaming]

It’s the equivalent of the greatest painters or sculptors of all time, except they’re doing it with sound.

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

Maestro has two sons. One is first violinist in this orchestra, the other one is a famous DJ in the Berlin night life. And he talks so proudly about both of them 😂❤️

[@inorin5157]

Haha even the DJ one?

[@nereossatreus6706]

@@inorin5157 Why shouldn't he?

[@zyggywajcmann9250]

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[@zyggywajcmann9250]

‘AuqqI q muumyynyeed

[@musicalmeg19]

Beethoven is magic. That final movement, with the full orchestra and choir, is so beautiful that it's painful. I sob every time.

[@denisebrucato9073]

I know that feeling so well.

[@David-yh7up]

I as well 🥹❤️

[@endurametrics7013]

Me too. It's actually a good feeling ... that music can move you to tears, but the final movement does almost all the time.

[@CecileLardon]

I do, too. Every. Single. Time. I remember listening to the piece in the car on the 10th anniversary of the Berlin wall coming down. I was then, as I am now, in Fairbanks, Alaska. I never wanted to be home in Berlin as much as I did at that moment.

[@DWClassicalMusic]

@@CecileLardon Thanks for letting us share in that special moment with you!

[@user-hu7ln8xe3h]

Transcending time and space and races, No9 is prodigious,and immeasurable and off the charts

[@karenrae600]

He heard in his head. When asked how he thought up all this music. He said "I don't. It comes from the heavens." He also had serious drinking problem. Over 200 yrs. Later everyday someplace in the world someone plays his music.. thanks Ludwig ! Love you

[@jefolson6989]

When asked how he composes without being able to hear it, Beethoven said. " I do hear it. It is THE ONLY THING I HEAR. Always, constantly...."

[@allenhuug8650]

Ludwig would never know how much his music mean to future generations around the world, even in a time of pandemic.

[@eudyptes5046]

Maybe he knew:-)

[@EntelSidious_gamzeylmz]

he might have guessed looking at his popularity at his time

[@gerardobrandt9948]

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[@carleslloig2846]

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[@mynewyork165]

So true! Right now I'm listening to it while contemplating the times; the world's pandemic, racism in America, the political division that we face, the horrible insurrection, corruption, & dishonesty that we've recently seen. This is a time like no other, & my generation, the "generation x" has seen many things that mankind has never seen. Yet this piece is so soothing to me as I continue on with all of the bravery that I have. I stay strong with my head held high, ready to face the world in 2021.

[@quinceylucyminavlad]

Happy Birthday, Beethoven! He is my favorite (by far!) composer. His 9th Symphony is transformative. It’s an absolute MASTERPIECE! (IMO/for me) it is the most powerful, amazing, magnificent, complex pieces of music ever written. Listening to it transports me into another world…brings me to tears, takes my breath away, etc. It is truly an experience! Thank you for posting and sharing this beautiful performance.

[@DWClassicalMusic]

We're glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@alexsabau2103]

I fully aggree. It takes me to Heaven!

[@matthewwalsh7813]

Striking, how young this orchestra is. And how well they play. Best moment of this recording is without a doubt the cheeky cellist at 49:05

[@David-yh7up]

Sweet beauty ☺️🍑

[@acgsmith5937]

I like how she looks at you and smiles.

[@David-yh7up]

At the moment I said, “Holy zanolies!!”, she looked up and smiled ❤

[@David-yh7up]

…when I first saw her a year ago…

[@David-yh7up]

It freaked me out a little! It’s as if she heard me 16 years ago 😮

[@alakuprijanova2502]

Bethoven & Barenboim - the Best Tandem of all the Time. No one could ever play better Bethoven than Maestro Barenboim!

[@FranklinAltunaCellistLawyer]

Totally agree...If you want to acknowledge who is Beethoven...try to get in touch with Daniel Barenboim

[@silviaespinosa3276]

¿Have you heard Harnoncourt's version? For me, it´s the best ever.

[@franciscolobo156]

I. Allegro ma non troppo, un poco maestoso [00:40] II. Scherzo: Molto vivace - Presto [17:54] III. Adagio molto e cantabile [29:59] IV. Ode to Joy [47:12]

[@jefolson6989]

Love the translated movement description. Joke=scherzo

[@davidbrown8763]

Thank you so much for this super useful post.

[@salvatorecantarella9826]

Una musica assoluta. Si rimane schiacciati dalla sua potenza

[@christhelongislandbusdude]

I am sure that Beethoven was very proud of these musicians for performing his final symphony. Beethoven's 9th Symphony is one of my favorite masterpieces I have ever listened to in recent memory.

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​@@DWClassicalMusic Thanks you very much. You are a Great Channel, absolutely. ❤️🌹💐👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼👋🏼

[@osmanmirghani3418]

49:06 her smile made me smile too 😊

[@scottluthy5828]

I am proud thatcthe Germans were such incredible composers. My father loved classical music and made me enjoy this music. I think it is coming back. The Italians and French also had great composers.

[@shodanart]

She makes me smile, too.

[@luanaaso7]

Eu ficaria brava com o close, mas ela se saiu muito bem.

[@dannybrownlow3675]

It brings tears to my eyes wonderful

[@oswevega2939]

she is a beauty !

[@davidpersky2663]

Beethoven's ninth is one of my all-time favorite classical pieces. I have listened to Ode to Joy frequently during the past year and a half as I have battled cancer and other health issues. It has helped me through some rough times. I could listen to the 9th every day!

[@DWClassicalMusic]

Thank you so much for sharing how the music in this video helped you during a difficult time. We wish you all the best in your recovery!

[@mabelcompas3194]

Que maravilla ..Esta si fobia y la número 5 las mejores . R Erizan la piel

[@sergioolivieira5449]

Hy David I trust you will win this fight. If I had to give words to describe the Gran Finale of 4 th movement 9 symphony the world woul be. -A request made with all the soul for humanity to unite to become like brother'. A request where he ask with all his strength. Listen it my friend when you need Power

[@davidpersky2663]

@@sergioolivieira5449 You have made my day!

[@johnmcmullen1366]

David, I pray you are healing

[@user-zb9ug3sl9y]

What an amazingly happy world it would be if people all over the world could sing Beethoven’s 9th “ Ode to Joy ” all together, unite their hearts as “One”, and live in peace

[@travelszene-bike2093]

Classical music produces one of the most intense sensations you can experience, and when performed by professionals, it transports you to heaven.

[@PCongeries]

Very true

[@lauriepolanco533]

Agree entirely. The 9th and WAMozart Rquiem can truly separate the soul from the earthly body and take us directly to heaven, magically, peacefully, wonder and float before gliding down like clouds, rain and fog to settle us back to ground in harmony with the universe, and yes, the rain is mixed with tears of agony and joy.

[@andremeyer6596]

Imagine how much of a total genius you would have to be to compose this even without being completely deaf through the entire process.

[@ViolinistSlay]

Music is like a dream. One that I cannot hear. -Beethoven

[@jamesdhont8267]

I can watch this over & over, conductors to me are fascinating especially Daniel Barenboim

[@tariqabadi]

Amazing piece of art. Beethoven composed this marvel when he was completely deaf!

[@jerischopp9167]

Yes, sadly, he never heard this beautiful masterpiece

[@MichaelCwll]

49:06 the way she smiles at the camera😍😍

[@JulianCGomez-pt1od]

Es cabezona.

[@JulianCGomez-pt1od]

Su cabeza es como la de una serpiente

[@MichaelCwll]

I am sorry i dont understand it?

[@JulianCGomez-pt1od]

the one in the video is stubborn, her head is like a snake. Also, cute

[@Agherr08]

beautiful

[@workman88]

The camera work in tandem with every instrument with the conductor is so amazing.

[@fvanderc6145]

The dialogue between Daniel Barenboim and his musicians is really wonderful : one can feel their mutual understanding of the music and how to play it !

[@pizzarebbe]

Too bad that fame got to his head and now he postures as an antiZionist jerk.

[@GrislyAtoms12]

Exquisite. Exquisite. Exquisite. So incredibly edifying that I don't know what else to say except "exquisite". Thank you, magnificent orchestra from 2006. Words cannot convey how you lifted me up.

[@veratomesova4859]

BRAVO, dear young people!!! This is one of the best steps to the world peace. 🙏

[@gabyrizkallah6783]

I can't ever get enough of Beethoven, especially symphony No 9 and 5. They have a transcendent effect on my soul.

[@mohammedalshati6767]

Couldn't agree more

[@DWClassicalMusic]

Thank you for your comment and stay connected. Because soon we will publish a video with Beethoven's 5th Symphony!

[@josephxavier8636]

Idk but his 6th is my favourite, but the 9th is touted the best of his symphonies!

[@constanzaerkoreka9945]

And the 7th Symphony too 💗

[@CecileLardon]

I absolutely love what this orchestra can do for music and for humanity. I hope these young musicians realize what role they can play in bringing peace to such a troubled part of the world. Daniel Barenboim is a visionary genius. I remember seeing him conduct the Berlin Philharmonic and then walk across the street to a different venue and play tango. It was brilliant.

[@johnlivingstonemd8596]

I agree more than ever! The truth and music shall set us free and bring us all together! John Livingstone

[@motomike71]

49:06 cellist look and smile. Priceless!

[@phillipmiller9872]

I was going to comment this also. Lol

[@debythomas11]

The woodwinds are top notch! Love, love, love the sound of the principle oboist. Beautiful, expressive playing.

[@DWClassicalMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@voraciousreader3341]

I’ve always believed the woodwind section makes or breaks a performance of any Beethoven symphony. And I agree....this one is incredible!

[@jorgemarmion-stus2923]

Besides an extraordinary performance, the whole idea of this West-Eastern Divan Orchestra is an example of Mr. Barenboim greatness. Quite an admirable human being.

[@berttheace]

EXCELLENT, how Daniel Barenboim performed with this international mixture of musicians and the DIVINE 9th symphony of BEETHOVEN 🤩🤩🤩

[@autumnleaves2766]

One of the greatest musical works ever composed. Never ceases to amaze, the scope and imagination of Beethoven, who had long since lost his hearing. What a remarkable human being he must have been. Growing up with a bullying, drunken father and looking like a neglected boy at school, piano prodigy, early compositions, already head of the family aged 18, the deaths in infancy of four of his siblings, being a young court musician, the mood swings, the denial of love in order to dedicate himself to his music, the battle for custody of his nephew, the political upheavals, the deafness. A genius who is my co-favourite composer with Mozart. This Symphony no 9 once discovered early in life becomes a lifelong friend. I also love the 1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th and 7th symphonies and the piano sonatas, the later ones take us off on a spiritual journey. Would love to hear what everyone's favourite Beethoven works are, in addition to this one of course !

[@erikgoodman3796]

Hi. I really resonate with your answer. As I just found out about Beethoven and his inspiring, magnificent and beautiful legacy, I really love to hear sonatas and symphonies I didn´t hear before. Right now I was totally amazed by this piece, sonata no. 23 (appassionata) and the Moonlight Sonata. I also started to play the piano and the first piece I learned was "Für Elise" which I also enjoy. I am thankful beyond words to have the possibility to enjoy his genius masterpieces. It´s amazing to see that one can overcome great difficulties in life and use all of his suffering and pain for something greater and good. Thank you for sharing your opinion and your impuls. I wish you all the best. Erik.

[@george849]

With the turmoil going on in the world, we need the 9th symphony now more than ever. Love the Cellist smile in time frame 49:07.

[@SergioGermanStinco]

Yes, her smile gave even more humanity and hope to the message of this unique and superbe symphony.

[@billrea66]

Me too . She's cute too,huh ?

[@mrq6435]

I am from the Island State of Mauritius....I total agree with George' s Statement....I have listened to S.Rattle, and to many other Music Conductors....I humbly Opine that Sir Herbert Von Karayan Symphony 9 is the most Dramatically Seductive and Rigorously Empowering....!!! wering

[@mrq6435]

Mr Q.: Terry Kew..

[@suleimanalmustafa5044]

Every time I listen to the ninth symphony, I feel like it's the first time.❤️

[@goldsung5710]

DIVINE masterpiece by Beethoven!!! Daniel Barenboim conducted with such passion and energy, no other word except DIVINE!!! 💜

[@84erElessar]

Ode an die Freude- every single time I have tears of joy in my eyes! This is truly THE masterpiece of classic music.

[@mitsverdi5832]

We can only suspect how hard it was for Beethoven to compose this masterpiece symphony without hearing any notes. He presented his finished score to friends only to tune the volume of the various instruments.

[@LuisBoelhe]

Fantástico coro e orquestra. De arrepiar!

[@DWClassicalMusic]

👍

[@silverlinings3946]

However, he heard the pitch of all the notes in his mind. Volume is only to make the balance between notes better, but the sound itself is the same, whether it's loud or quiet.

[@mitsverdi5832]

@@silverlinings3946 Just imagine having to orchestrate so many instruments, balancing the French horns and percussions, yet keeping violins expressive throughout the adagio's musical phrasing.... A true masterpiece: a first choral symphony which could not fail ! As an example, consider the same difficulty in painting. Late in his life, Monet lost part of his vision, due to cataract & glaucoma. Yet, he still had to paint to make ends meet. His colours became more agressive and weren't as delicate as those of his youth. Somehow, he did not managed his visual handicap.

[@woj5924]

1st movement blows me away everytime, I haven't heard a better performance yet, truly amazing

[@peterheisler4648]

The 1st movement is my favourite Beethoven

[@v.dargain1678]

I love the 2nd movement .

[@tenorjoshuakim]

Perfection! Daniel Barenboim's profound & insightful understanding of Beethoven shines throughout every moment of the performance. Love the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra!!

[@doloresrodriguezmora8882]

I'm from Costa Rica and I am still crying of the Beethoven' s feeling and his beautiful music, interpreted for these music profesionals. Thanks to everyone for reviving the magic of the Master. He´s the best and the conducting of Daniel Barenboin, matchless. The singers were very emotional acording with the magic music. Congratulations!

[@lauriepolanco533]

Just as deep and profound for a pura vida sin igual

[@johngrubbs9494]

Beautiful performance of Beethoven's finest work. I was heartened to see so many young people in the orchestra. I applaud Maestro Barenboim's emphasis on the woodwinds. The clearest rendition that I've heard. My heart is still heavily pumping! Thank you.

[@frankfrank392]

Thanks to Daniel Barenboim, the orchestra and the choir! Great! 👏👏👏

[@AbdiPianoChannel]

I would love to attend this symphony orchestra classical music. I'm asking myself how one man can compose this sophisticated music? Amazing. It's so rich. My brain is composing all kind of motion pictures while this music is playing in the background. Peace, happiness, misery, love, heartbreak and victory over evil. I don't know Why I am crying?

[@gerzonsosa9406]

Bravo, great work of the great master of music of all time, Ludwig Van Beethoven.

[@EjwiiiLowvilleNY]

We had the pleasure of listening to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra with Daniel Barenboim for many years. We love Muti, Barenboim was something special.

[@leeingram5187]

Yes, Muti could bring out so much of the CSO. I went to two performances of Mozart piano cto #23 and Mahler 5th sym. Stunning, it sounded like two distinctly different orchestras between the pieces!

[@spikespa5208]

This was an amazing performance. But prefer the Orchestra's version during the 2012 BBC Proms. For one thing, the choir was almost 3 times as big, lending a lot more power. IMO (But the 1st flute is the same.)

[@EjwiiiLowvilleNY]

@@spikespa5208 Our CSO was also blessed with Georg Solti for a number of years until his death. He took a second-rate orchestra and the rest is music history. But Barenboim was the consummate teacher.

[@OfeliaSpinu]

Iv òĺ​@@EjwiiiLowvilleNY

[@joylopez4102]

I love this piece. Am I the only one that cries when they hear this ?

[@sierrabravo7156]

No!

[@tortysoft]

I'm wiping my eyes as I type - long after the end...

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

no, you aren’t

[@bhushanmatu4508]

How soothing! How uplifting! Brings divine harmony between body & soul in this turbulent world! Music is the language of the soul!

[@thomasraymer1085]

Imagine the positive impact this had on people over the ages. When great art lights up the soul isn’t anything possible?

[@sandrinedurand3203]

This took me right back to my childhood where I jumped and bounced on our living room sofa ,in ecstasy, to this music. Bravo.

[@bicyclist2]

😀

[@ivanbrizida]

It moves me every time a listen to it. How can a man write an one hour symphony like this being virtually deaf? It is amazing and a testimony of his sheer will and mastery.

[@luisastetecanal3599]

¡QUE VIDEO TAN DECEPCIONANTE!!!...una GENIAL obra de L.V. Beethoven (9ª. Sinf.) causada por el MAL accionar de: PÉSIMA sincronización de los camarógrafos que parecieran NO haber escuchado jamás esta OBRA especial y segundo el director sin un ápice de carisma y expuesto en demasía, como si en su rostro estuviera retratada la BELLEZA Melódica… no es bueno recurrir a comparaciones pero esto obliga; nada que ver por ejemplo con las actuaciones del germano, V. Karajan o el italiano; L. Abbado. Como ejemplos. Este, es tan mal director como el genial lirico español Placido D. que tambien es malo como director… sin embargo amigos, disfrutemos de esta GENIALIDAD MELÓDICA con una Filarmónica joven excelente!!!!!….

[@rossysantander9767]

Es extraordinaria, sublime, me transporta al mejor paraíso imaginado

[@alfonsomunoz4424]

Not virtually deaf. Deaf. By all accounts.

[@adstix]

"Deaf" to the earthly but very much attuned to heavenly sounds!

[@trentbateman]

Word is he was faking it for the clout

[@alexanderfontane9412]

Truly a masterpiece.

[@Terry1950Men]

The rendition was so just perfectly balanced between all sections of the orchestra and singers - memorable

[@karmelelacheta3712]

The ninth symphony is one of those jewels in the history of music.

[@user-jj3fq2ih9s]

Л.Бетховену, Д. Баренбойму, Оркестру - БРАВО, ЧУДО!!!!!

[@tortysoft]

I have attended many performances of this great work but I have never heard a recording that sounds as if I was actually there - until now. This recording has the best balance I have ever heard. Wonderful. The detail in every aspect of orchestra and vocalists is superb. I delight it hearing individuals in the chorus, the subtleties in the woodwind, the multiple and complex interplay of the themes throughout the orchestra always astonish me at a live performance and do so again here due to the splendid mix. Bravo ! This orchestra has the bright life essential for this music and Barenboim loves, it and them and they love him as do I. I wonder if he gave a speech afterwards. I am very happy to say that I did not notice the camera work or the vision mixing - that is utterly perfect ! It should be like that and it was. It matter so much to not be jarred out of concentration and wonder by a visual contradiction to the music. Everything matched wonderfully. The technical vision and sound fidelity - no compression - also of the highest superb standard. I am an ex BBC technician and Proms arena stalwart of many decades. I recognise the best. ( I must say though that for me, the second movement was taken too fast and the third too slow, but that is just me :-)

[@RedneckBarStoriesRonVincent]

Many of my high school teachers fought in World War II. One survived Guadalcanal, another bombing in the 8th Air Force. In the 60’s as their students we had no idea what they had endured. I remember all of them as gifted teachers. I now know that they were heroes as well.

[@grahamwhite7134]

Daniel Barenboim is my hero and a role model like no other. Listening to this No 9 is a truly emotional experience for me. Bravo maestro !!!

[@danceswithcritters]

I'm a stoner rocker from the 70's and this stuff just blows my mind man it is really groovy .

[@leeingram5187]

Listen to some Mahler, especially the 1st, 3rd, and 5th symphonies. They are film scores before there was movies...

[@timjohnson1199]

You outgrew the other stuff.

[@emada4953]

conducted by Daniel Barenboim the best conductor on this planet.

[@SergioGermanStinco]

I always return to this masterpiece and superbs orchestra, choir and Baremboim. I am so honoured to have been born just blocks from Baremboim in Buenos Aires. Thank you from Patagonia, Argentina.

[@YinYeung11]

Did you guys realised that the conductor Daniel Barenboim has NO Music note front of him that means He is memerized the whole Symphony , Every single music note is in his heart in his mind 👍 only Genius can do🙇‍♀️

[@leeingram5187]

Keep in mind that the musicians will keep playing almost no matter what the conductor does. It is almost as if you were waving a stick in front of your stereo. It is a common misconception that the conductor is somehow "playing" the orchestra like a piano. The conductor's main job is as a rehearsal coach. By the time you get to the concert his job is mostly done. Many of them put on a good show at concerts and some of them are inspiring the musicians to play their best. Most of them have oversized egos and take as much of the credit as people will give them.

[@leeingram5187]

@@Browne7100 Are you a conductor? Or have you worked under many different conductors or attended rehearsals with some of the great conductors as I have? My point is that most people overestimate the importance of the conductor. They usually have the biggest egos and will take all the credit and are not necessarily the most accomplished musicians. Your"wrong answer" response lacks nuance and shows a lack of experience with the orchestral dynamic.

[@leeingram5187]

@@Browne7100 One of THE most impressive conductors I ever witnessed was Claudio Abbado. He had real leadership skills and possessed humility, which was unusual in this big ego field. His approach brought out the musicians dedication and love of the music, and they worked together to bring about amazing performances, with everyone on board to bring about the best possible performance. This kind of synergy is rare in the human experience and when tapped into is transmitted to the audience as a rare, uplifting and entrancing experience. There are only a few conductors that can bring this kind of intention to their work, inspiring their team to create magic.

[@yogiwp_]

Oh my, this never gets old. Blew me away the first time I heard it during my teen years (I think it was Karajan's). I'm 42 now, and the 9th continues to blow me away!

[@kerrgal]

The musicians are all so young! One looks like she’s in high school! They are so lucky!

[@AureliaPempenic64]

Fantastic, Beethoven, Daniel Barenboim and the musicians and chorists ! Incredible moments !

[@haroldspanier9185]

Simply an astonishing performance

[@donpjen515]

"At a certain place in Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, for example, he might feel that he is floating above the earth in a starry dome, with the dream of immortality in his heart; all the stars seem to glimmer around him, and the earth seems to sink ever deeper downwards." Friedrich Nietzsche

[@EthosAnanda]

One of the greatest accomplishments of the Western world right here folks

[@FlexingClassicalMusic]

A Majestic Performance 🎻🎶 Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, conducted by Daniel Barenboim and performed by the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, is an absolute masterpiece. The completeness of the symphony is a musical journey that transcends time, leaving listeners in awe of the power of Beethoven's genius. Truly an unforgettable experience!

[@JOSEPMARIAPALAUS]

admirable, ravishing, brutal, heavenly, divine, stupendous, fabulous, fantastic, phenomenal, formidable, great, indelible, priceless, unspeakable, legendary, magical, wonderful, perfect, portentous, exquisite, prodigious, sensational, superb ...

[@patricioriverafuentes9605]

El genio se expresa

[@GreenDragon11]

That about sums it up!

[@patriciocastro8658]

The most great composer of the universe: Beethoven.

[@sarainesmoreno7273]

Me alegra ver tanta gente joven entre todos estos maestros no todo es pesos

[@margarethefer3148]

Mozart as well! Brilliant!

[@imhappyinthesun]

54:35 My heart is full of joy and thankfulness. Powerful chorus in orchestra is so beautiful. Blessings to all. 1:01:34 What a beautiful moment! How blessed I am to watch this beautiful masterpiece. Love this moment.😍 1:08:29 I'm deeply into this part. I feel like God loves us all.❤ Timpani roars like we're welcoming Jesus Christ coming to us.🎉🎉😊 Jesus Christ is born tonight. Glory to the heaven and peace on earth.😊 Amen. (Dec. 24, 2023)

[@bikkies]

Maestro Barenboim is always a delight to watch, but never moreso than when he is conducting Beethoven. His concentration during the work is matched only by his pleasure at the end. Bravo to everyone involved in this.

[@doloreswhite6575]

What an amazing and Fantastic performance of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. To see all the youthful talented players brings hope and encouragement for the continued survival and growth of Classical Music. Dolores White- composer

[@bikkies]

@@doloreswhite6575 It's heartening to see recognition given for the next generation of musician. This is how the tradition has continued for hundreds of years, and is our way to assist it in continuing for the next hundred. If the best I can do is to encourage a younger person to look into becoming interested in classical music, be that by playing or listening, then I will die happy.

[@susanacartabia5533]

Si

[@sharonbarberena2299]

Wow Beethoven. That man deserves everything. Most heartwarming symphony

[@user-kf7cw9jc5c]

What an amazingly happy world it would be if people all over the world could sing Beethoven’s 9th “ Ode to Joy ” all together holding each other’s hands with the feelings as honest as children, Unite their hearts as “One” and live in peace …….

[@DWClassicalMusic]

A very nice thought indeed!

[@M.Cunningham]

I have listened to a lot of Maestro Barenboim playing and conducting Beethoven and his energy and passion are inspiring. I hope his health recovers and we have the privilege to hear more from him in the future.

[@hayatoluke6702]

Beethoven is definitely the most important musician of hunman history

[@ariknordstein9051]

ו...עוד חרש ???

[@mrsmd4616]

Um debatable

[@pianiscidera]

Bach

[@marinasviatopolkmirskypais5483]

Os compositores citados pertencem a diferentes momentos da hitoria da humanidade. cada um deles foi maior no seu tempo. O resto eh como diz G. Rosa: pao ou paes eh questao de opiniaes

[@josezegarra271]

Puro talento, inigualable en la humanidad.

[@rjrburton205]

Beethoven's 9th is timeless. It is a like an absolutely clearest diamond that sparkles with unmatched brilliant colors. God saved Beethoven's 9th to be his greatest accomplishment.

[@kkleung3872]

No words can be expressed how deep the performance touch me. Bravo....

[@mymidnightconfessions1457]

The orchestra is so young and talented

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

Do you know the story behind this orchestra? Daniel Barenboim (the conductor) founded it to create friendship between young people of all religions from Israel and the Middle East