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It stands as the crowning achievement of Western classical music.
200 years ago today, Beethoven premiered his instantly beloved Symphony No. 9 in D minor.
Widely praised as a groundbreaking composition, the symphony has and continues to influence artists across the cultural spectrum, and to spark joy.
https://theconversation.com/beethovens-ninth-symphony-at-200-revolutionary-work-of-art-has-spawned-two-centuries-of-joy-goodwill-and-propaganda-221734
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