Westport Public Library MOVIE & MUSIC Blog

One of the most recognizable motifs or themes in western music is the first four notes of Beethoven's Symphony #5. Its familiarity causes it to be used as background music for movies, radio spots, television commercials, and of course, parody.

I have to share a YouTube video clip that will give you a different perspective on Beethoven's magnificent Fifth Symphony.

Can you identify the people in it? The first person who provides the correct answer will receive a free drink courtesy of the Westport Public Library.