Symphony No. 9 in D minor

Symphony No. 9 in D minor is the ninth symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven, completed and first performed in 1824. Musically it belongs to Beethoven's late period and stands at the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era, notable for its large-scale orchestration, expanded formal scope, strong dynamic contrasts and for incorporating a chorus and vocal soloists in the final movement, thereby broadening the symphony's expressive possibilities.