| 30529 | Ode to Joy, Symphonic Variants on (based on Symphony No. 9) |
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| Beethoven, Ludwig van (Arr. Wagner, Douglas E.) |  Score
 mp3 audio
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| Category: String Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium Easy |
| Duration: 2:00 |
| Instrumentation: str=8.8(5).5.5.5,pf accomp |
| Description: Beethoven's resplendent Ode to Joy, from the last movement of his Symphony No. 9, is brought to life in an exciting arrangement designed to foster instant success for ensembles of less experienced players. The solid scoring will boost confidence and help to insure a secure performance. An added feature of this work is that all instruments have some part of the main theme to play throughout its course. Audiences will thrill to the instantly recognizable tune, and players will be amazed at how quickly they master their parts. |