The Ninth Symphony, with its universal message of freedom and brotherhood, is the crowning achievement of Beethoven’s revolutionary works. The famous “Ode to Joy” serves as a message of hope for all mankind. Featuring the Westminster Symphonic Choir, these performances launch a two-year cycle of all nine Beethoven symphonies.

The Choir will also appear in Beethoven’s rarely heard setting of Goethe’s Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage as well as the world premiere of the young, hip American composer Nico Muhly’s newly-orchestrated Bright Mass with Canons for chorus, orchestra, and featuring the Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ.