New to Classical music
 

Hi, I am new to classical music but have already found some pieces that I think are great. Beethoven’s Ninth symphony is in my opinion is greatest piece of music ever written. Perhaps followed by Beethoven’s Fifth. I am looking for other music that I might also enjoy that is along the same lines as the Ninth and Fifth. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank-you in advance.

Sure!

You will likely enjoy any of the early Classical composers: Vivaldi, Mozart, Bach, etc. You really cannot go wrong with any of them if you're a fan of Beethoven.

Also keep in mind the fact that the goodness of a particular piece may be determined by who is performing it - I agree wholeheartedly with you that the Ninth is brilliant, but I've also heard phenomonally dull recordings of it. In other words, when you first hear a new piece, don't dismiss it with the first recording of it that you hear - just find another copy of it that does it more justice.

if you like classical check out Rage Against the Machine they are the best band in the history of all music so if u like music u will like them ;)

classical forum doesn't get much activity either lol =\ o well