Ode to Joy

Angels and monks perform excerpts from Beethoven's 9th Symphony, Fourth Movement. In the second half, animated lighting effects and the sound mix suggest the angel choir drifting around up in the clerestory as they sing. The vocals are oh's (no lyrics are sung) and are a capella until about mid-way through, when a drum track kicks in. Both choral and instrumental passages from the Fourth Movement are performed vocally. The energy level of the music rises as the video progresses, evolving from a quiet Gregorian chant into a choral rock anthem.

This music video is from the album "A Christmas Motley" ( http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/a-christmas-motley/id269516661 ).

Arrangement, MIDI sequencing, mix, photography, editing and image manipulation by John Garvey. More info at http://www.carpecranium.com/johngarvey