Himmin Change to European Parliament

Melody Ode to Joy (from Symphony No. Beethoven's 9 was adopted as Europe's Hemni by the Council of Europe in 1972 and then the European Community ʹ since 1983 The European Union in 1995, this Melody became the national Hemni of Rhodesia.

In 2008, Ode to Joy was used by Kosovo as the National Heritage until Kosovo anthem was approved. Ode to Joy was played in declaring Kosovo's independence, even as a sign of gratitude for the EU's role in its independence from Serbia.

“Hurry, brothers, on your way

Exultant as a knight in victory. ”

(Ode to Joy)