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Beethoven's Fourth Symphony, Symphony No. 4 in B-flat major, Op. 60, is one of classical music’s enduring favorites. Composed in 1806, it was premiered privately in Vienna's Lobkowitz Palace in March 1807 and made its public debut the following year at the Burgtheater. Known for its buoyant wit and Haydn-like dance-infused charm, this symphony sits comfortably between the intensity of the Eroica and the dramatic energy of the Fifth, offering a more lyrical and uplifting mood. As a performer profile, we highlight the work’s significance, a representative discography landscape, and upcoming engagements where orchestras bring this classic to life for modern audiences.