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The Ninth: Beethoven and the World in 1824 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged


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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Product details

Listening Length 9 hours and 26 minutes
Author Harvey Sachs
Narrator Patrick Egan
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date June 15, 2010
Publisher Random House Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B003S8307Q
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