Ode To Joy, 2nd Version

Introduction

Ludwig van Beethoven as a young boy.

This is the final movement, (that’s what the parts of a symphonic piece of music are called) of Ludwig van Beethoven’s 9th Symphony.  This symphony was Beethoven’s last and is considered to be one of the greatest works ever written.

Beethoven’s 9th symphony was also the first symphony to feature voice as an instrument.  This was in the final movement, which is where it gets its name, since the words are based on a poem called “Ode to Joy” by Friedrich Schiller.

Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most important composers of classical music.  Please watch the video about his life to learn about this important composer’s life.

Ludwig van Beethoven

Video

The Lesson

At The Piano

Full Speed

Slower

Sheet Music

Piano
Piano Challenge Version
Ukulele
Guitar
Recorder
Xylophone or On-Screen Piano

Don’t Forget!

You can look up the ukulele chords and guitar chords and get help with reading tablature,
playing the recorder or rhythm (percussion) instruments right here on my website!

Enrichment