Re; Beethoven; I cast my vote for The Emperor; a powerhouse of a piece meant to be heard at top volume and vibration.
On another note; I hear Hillary in also sniffing around here in the Bay Area, for dollars and attention. Can’t wait for them both to leave.
The Seventh became my favorite after I heard it in the Sydney Opera House by the London Symphony in 1987...about a 5 minute standing ovation
The Egmont overture is my next favorite...