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Classical music is still often the most powerful in eliciting an emotion or portraying a feeling. We hear it utilized in many movies and other important social events, for example. However, certain classical music has been utilized in very important events. This is the case with Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, a true symphony of sounds, omnipresent and showing such genius, that it was utilized by American and Allied forces in World War II as a symbol of victory. This paper will discuss the technical aspects of this work of art, as well as how it came to be utilized in such a great event.

The instruments that are utilized to play Beethoven's work vary from most instruments known to us today. One can hear flutes, clarinets, horns, trombones, violins, and other string instruments, oboes and trumpets. It is due...

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According to Gutmann,
"Talk about a great hook […] the opening of Ludwig van Beethoven's Fifth Symphony just could be the most memorable musical phrase of all time."

The composer himself reportedly called it "fate knocking at the door," according to Gutmann. He continues to state that this entire piece of unforgettable music exemplifies the times of the composer but most importantly, the romantic ideal of an extremely expressive, musical journey that not only tells a wonderful story but also provides the listener with what Gutmann calls "an emotional catharsis."

The fact that this piece was utilized in WWII by the Allies is a bit ironic, however, especially when considering that Beethoven was a German composer; yet this piece is so powerful, that it is…

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1. "Classical Classics - Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, Classical Notes, Peter Gutmann." Classical Notes, Peter Gutmann, CD Reviews, Articles, Expanded Goldmine Columns. Web. 04 June 2011. <http://www.classicalnotes.net/classics/fifth.html>.

2. "YouTube - ?Beethoven's 5th Symphony?

." YouTube - Broadcast Yourself. Web. 04 June 2011. <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4IRMYuE1hI>.


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