It's the "Ode to Joy", originally a poem written by Schiller, later on, Beethoven made a symphony out of it (Symphony No. 9). Today it's mostly known as the hymn of the European Union.
The chorale finale of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony was based on what is commonly called "Ode to Joy". Penned in 1785 by the German poet, playwright and historian Friedrich Schiller, "Ode to Joy" is also knwon as An die Freude.
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Beethoven wrote many symphonies, including Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 "Choral," which was his final symphony. However, many famous composers have written a 'ninth symphony' of some description, therefore your question is entirely too vague.
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Friedrich Schiller wrote the poem "Ode to Joy" in 1785.
Friedrich Schiller
Friedrich Schiller was born on November 10, 1759.
Friedrich Schiller was born on November 10, 1759.
Friedrich Schiller died on May 9, 1805 at the age of 45.
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Friedrich Schiller was born on November 10, 1759 and died on May 9, 1805. Friedrich Schiller would have been 45 years old at the time of death or 255 years old today.
Beethoven's 9th Symphony was inspired by the poem, written in 1785, An die Freude, by Friedrich von Schiller (1759 - 1805). Beethoven made extensive changes to the wording of the original poem to fit his 9th Symphony (in D minor, Op. 125), but seems to have preserved the original intent and meaning. See related links for detailed information and translations for the original poem and for the vocal adaptation used in this symphony.
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Friedrich Kuhlau died on March 12, 1832 at the age of 45.
No, "Ode to Joy" was composed by Beethoven as the final movement of his Symphony No. 9. Although it can be arranged for piano, the original composition is for orchestra and choir.
The poem was written by Friedrich von Schiller.