Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 in C minor was written between 1804 and 1808. It is one of the best-known classical compositions and one of the most frequently played symphonies. Its opening four-note motif is frequently used in popular culture, from disco versions to rock and roll covers, to uses in film and television.
Point Classics brings you the '30 Second Classics' series. A collection of two hundred Classical works, edited into 30 second excerpts, showcasing the most recognisable and famous parts.
