One of history’s most powerful and inspiring artistic works, Symphony No. 9, the “Choral,” is a monumental work of genius and joy. Beethoven’s final symphonic composition, a masterpiece for orchestra, chorus and soloists, has had staggering and lasting influence across classical music. With its grand emotional melodies and uplifting “Ode to Joy” finale, the work resounds as loudly today as in centuries ago with its call for understanding, peace, and universal goodwill. The concert opens with Maestro Moody leading two engaging contemporary works inspired by Beethoven’s magnum opus.

Robert Moody, conductor
Arizona Musicfest Festival Chorus – Dr. Sharon Hansen, Director
Sarah Vautour, soprano; Stephanie Foley Davis, mezzo-soprano
Andrew Owens, tenor; Christian Pursell, baritone

Markowski: Joyride
Bates: Ode
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9