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1804–1808 · C minor, Op. 67

Ludwig van Beethoven

Symphony No. 5

Four notes begin an entire symphony’s journey from shadow into light.

01 / CONTEXT

Why it matters

Four notes begin an entire symphony’s journey from shadow into light.

Symphony No. 5

02 / STRUCTURE

A guide to the three movements

31′ 52″

01

I. Opening

Bell-like chords open the space; the strings then reveal the real theme.

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04 / STORY

The story behind it

Four notes begin an entire symphony’s journey from shadow into light.

Ludwig van Beethoven