News in the video: "Joy of beautiful sparking gods": Germany sings against corona blues

Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" could be heard in many places in Germany on Sunday evening. In a joint campaign, professional musicians and hobby players had picked up the instrument and started playing. Concerts were given at the open window, in the living room or on the balcony. The Italians had shown the way, the Germans now followed suit with their music. As a sign in the Corona crisis that should give courage. "All people become brothers," the song says. And solidarity is particularly urgently needed in these difficult times. Pictures like here from Berlin and Cologne were reported from all over the republic. Numerous appearances were filmed and shared on social media. Sequel follows.