Put your hands together for the European anthem, Ode to Joy. 👏 In 1985, EU leaders adopted Beethoven's Ode to Joy theme as the official anthem of the European Union. In the universal language of music, this anthem expresses the European ideals of freedom, peace and solidarity. Tomorrow is Europe Day! Stay tuned for more musical celebrations. #EuropeDay Europska komisija u Hrvatskoj | European Commission

"Ode to Joy," an anthem for humanity. Experience one of history’s most powerful and inspiring artistic works. Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony culminates with the famous "Ode to Joy," a rallying cry for hope, humanity, and universal fellowship. July 1 at Blossom. https://www.clevelandorchestra.com/attend/concerts-and-events/2324/blossom/ode-to-joy/ | The Cleveland Orchestra

38K views · 1.1K reactions | Beethoven envisioned his Ninth Symphony as a journey from despair to joy. We've joined in with Global Ode to Joy to help spread that joy. Watch as musicians from The #ClevelandOrchestra and Cleveland Orchestra Chorus performed "Ode to Joy" in some iconic #Cleveland locations earlier this summer. | The Cleveland Orchestra | Facebook

A global performance of Ode to Joy in celebration of Beethoven’s 250th birthday. #TheMoment #takethat2020 | CBC News: The National