Beethoven was considered distressingly innovative in Europe a couple of decades earlier. George is making it clear to his future readers that he was far more serious in his appreciation of classical music than the average New Yorker.
Ode to Joy begins at 1:00:20
Now I feel better already!
Also some old Huntley-Brinkley music starting at 19:30 -- those were the days...
Good night Chet..
Good night David.