2020 marks the 250th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s birth and many events and celebrations are planned across the globe. Apple Music even launched a special Beethoven room that offers full access to the composer’s music. Beethoven came to Vienna at the age of 22 as a pupil of Haydn and stayed for the rest of his life. This guided walk through the city touches on many surviving locations and allows you to follow in the great composer’s footsteps. Symphony No. 9 in D minor opus 125, also known as the “Choral Symphony”, is widely regarded as one of his greatest compositions and will be performed by the Vienna Symphonic Orchestra during the 2019/20 festive season. Interestingly enough, performing this symphony is a 100 year old NYE tradition in Japan.