When we listen closely to the Fifth, we hear a testament to self-expression and determination. Which means that we get to decide how to honor this symphony today, whether that means taking a break from Beethoven to commission new works from underrepresented composers, bringing new audiences into the fold by staging concerts in communities outside of the concert hall, or re-writing Beethoven’s works to make them reflect our present moment. Featuring:Anthony McGill, ClarinetAndrea Moore, MusicologistDeborah Borda, CEO and PresidentDavid Lang, ComposerJaap van Sweden, ConductorLeelanee Sterett, HornSherry Sylar, OboeMusic Featured:Carlos Simon, LoopTania Léon, StrideDavid Lang, Prisoner of the StateRecoding of Beethoven Symphony 5 by the New York Philharmonic conducted by Jaap van Sweden used by permission from Decca Gold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices