Beethoven's 9th at the Ziggo Dome

About this concert
With Classics Live The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra is bringing a truly spectacular program to the Ziggo Dome. From the very first note to the final applause, you’ll experience an evening filled with the most beloved classical hits, performed by one of the world’s finest orchestras. Music you’ll recognize, that will move you, and that will stay with you forever.

With Dominic Seldis as the host, Classics Live even more captivating, for both connoisseurs and new audiences. In his own accessible way, our energetic double bass leader takes you on a journey through the stories behind the music.

The program features several highlights from the world of classical music, culminating in a spectacular finale: the complete Ninth Symphony Beethoven, a landmark in music history, conducted by the renowned Iván Fischer. The world-famous finale, featuring the choir and soloists, is a vision of unity and equality—a message that has been bringing people together around the world for two centuries.

When the choir begins and sings “Alle Menschen werden Brüder,” that vision becomes a reality at the Ziggo Dome. Anyone who wants to can sing along! Thousands of voices come together in an unprecedented moment of energy, connection, and pure musical power.