[IronJack]

I do think that Beethoven's 9th is the best piece of music that man has created

Second that motion. Every note was wrung from the tears of angels. It isn't music, it's God thinking aloud.

[rightofrush]

Second that motion. Every note was wrung from the tears of angels. It isn't music, it's God thinking aloud.

Very nicely put.

[Frumious Bandersnatch]

Second that motion. Every note was wrung from the tears of angels. It isn't music, it's God thinking aloud...

If you liked the 9th, you will love his "Chorale."  Strictly speaking, the 9th isn't totally Beethoven's work.  The "Ode to Joy" portion of it was pretty much lifted from Schiller.