Opus 67-Beethoven is presumed to have completed his 5th Symphony in early 1808; today it is one of the most famous works of classical music of all. Its nickname Fate Symphony was given to it posthumously byBeethoven s biographer Anton Schindler; a title which no longer plays a role in modern-day Beethoven scholarship.Based on the recently published musical text of the Beethoven Complete Edition andsupplied with a new preface by editor Jens Dufner one of the most vibrant and stimulating orchestral works of the standard repertoire is now available in a practical format for travel study or the concert hall.