The New York Times

Why We Still Want to Hear the ‘Ode to Joy,’ 200 Years Later

Beethoven’s aspirational vision of unity and peace can be applied to virtually any situation or place. The music makes sure of that. By Joshua Barone Even if you don’t know Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, ...

Cleveland Orchestra, Chorus and soloists excel with ‘Ode to Joy’ performance

Tenor Miles Mykkanen, more reserved but no less attentive, nailed his short but demanding solo during the buoyant Turkish ...
The New York Times

An Orchestra’s ‘Ode to Joy’ Calls for Ukrainian Freedom

Performances in N.Y.C. As war in Ukraine continues, so does the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra, with a version of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony tailored to the moment. The Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra, which ...
Cleveland.com

Cleveland Orchestra opens Blossom season with warm musical embrace including ‘Ode to Joy’

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio – The Cleveland Orchestra’s 2023 Blossom Music Festival started not with a bang but rather the musical equivalent of a big warm hug. On the eve of Independence Day celebrations, ...