May 06, 2009 22:27
That's German for what can be roughly translated as "Joy though source of light immortal," which is the first line of the vocal finale to Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.
Why do I post this, you ask?
BECAUSE TOMORROW IS BEETHOVEN DAY!!!!
And that is incredibly exciting. It is the 185th anniversary of the premiere of his Ninth Symphony. So as you go about your busy day, don't forget to hum a bar or two and to think a little of The Maestro! Ich liebe! <3
music,
beethoven