Before he composed the Ode to Joy, Beethoven wrote a prototype with his Choral Fantasy. We'll enjoy it during our music this evening beginning at 8 p.m. on 91.1and 107.5 FM and our music stream
From WSHU's daytime and evening classical programs, Kate Remington and Lauren Rico give you a heads-up on some of the best music they've selected.
Listen tonight: Beethoven's beta version of the Ode to Joy
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