1. Ludwig van Beethoven, Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 "Choral Symphony": This symphony is known for its powerful and uplifting fourth movement, which features a chorus singing Friedrich Schiller's "Ode to Joy."
2. Johannes Brahms, Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 68: Brahms's First Symphony is a masterful work that reflects his admiration for Beethoven. It is characterized by its rich orchestration and emotional intensity.
3. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 74 "Pathétique": This symphony is known for its emotional depth and tragic tone. It is one of Tchaikovsky's most personal and introspective works.
4. Gustav Mahler, Symphony No. 2 in C minor, "Resurrection": Mahler's Second Symphony is a colossal work that incorporates vocal soloists, chorus, and orchestra. It explores themes of life, death, and resurrection.
5. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Symphony No. 40 in G minor, K. 550: This symphony is one of Mozart's most dramatic and powerful works. It is known for its intense opening Allegro molto and its beautiful Andante movement.
6. Franz Schubert, Symphony No. 8 in B minor, D. 759 "Unfinished": Schubert's Eighth Symphony is famous for its unfinished state. It consists of only two movements, but it is considered a masterpiece of romantic music.
7. Antonín Dvořák, Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95 "From the New World": Dvořák's Ninth Symphony is inspired by his experiences in America and incorporates elements of Native American and African-American music.
8. Jean Sibelius, Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 43: Sibelius's Second Symphony is a powerful and evocative work that captures the essence of the Finnish landscape.
9. Igor Stravinsky, Symphony of Psalms: This symphony is an innovative work that incorporates elements of neoclassicism and polytonality. It is scored for chorus, orchestra, and percussion.
10. Carl Nielsen, Symphony No. 5, Op. 50: Nielsen's Fifth Symphony is a complex and challenging work that reflects his unique compositional style. It is characterized by its innovative orchestration and driving rhythms.