Beethoven's Ninth and the Ode to Joy: Symphony and Psyche
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony captures the universal human aspiration for unity and joy, remaining impactful for over two centuries.
Starmer extols hugely optimistic' EU theme tune - says it sums up the Labour party
Keir Starmer praised Beethoven's Ode to Joy as the song that sums up the Labour Party, describing it as having a sense of destiny and moving forward to a better place.
Ode to Joy is the anthem of the EU, expressing the values of freedom, peace, and solidarity.
Tory chairman Richard Holden criticized Starmer's song choice, calling it "totally naff and completely telling."