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Beethoven's 9th Symphony Concert
Enjoy a classical concert of Beethoven's 9th Symphony in the beautiful setting of the Gardens of Versailles (Jardins de Versailles). As the orchestra sit on the palace terrace, you'll overlook the amazing Palace of Versailles at sunset. Held only once a year, the concert is a rare opportunity to listen to a musical masterpiece of the great German composer in the Baroque ambiance of the Palace of Versailles. Choose from four different categories of seating (two of which include Champagne!), and book this exclusive experience today.
Once a year, the Versailles Palace hosts a superior evening of classical music. With your entrance ticket to this concert, experience what many consider to be the greatest piece of music ever written, Beethoven's 9th Symphony, first performed in 1824.
After exchanging your voucher at the entrance of the palace, make your way to the terraces outside the famous Hall of Mirrors. Overlooking the beautiful Gardens of Versailles, the terraces make for a fantastic setting for the 1.5 hour-concert.
Your evening will be an incomparable combination of a sumptuous Baroque atmosphere and a legendary musical masterpiece. Below the Hall of Mirrors, glowing in the setting sun, music will be performed by the exceptional Daniel Barenboim and his West Eastern Divan Orchestra and the Chœur de l'Orchestre de Paris. As you listen to the music, watch how the sunset casts a romantic glow on the garden.
Beethoven's 9th Symphony was the first symphony to use vocals. The words of 'Ode to Joy,' written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785, are sung during the symphony's final movement.
July 13, 2012 Only
Departure Time 9:30pm
