Joy can still rise — even from the deepest sorrow. “Ode to Joy to the World” was created during one of the hardest seasons of Jon’s life, following the loss of his daughter Annie. This arrangement became a quiet act of healing — a way to hold grief and hope in the same breath, and a reminder that joy is still freely given, even in dark times. And if you’re here from thepianoguys… why not also follow thepianoguysjonschmidt — a personal music gallery celebrating moments like this. Special thanks: Debra Bonner Unity Gospel Choir (Dir. Debra Bonner), Annette Hatch Nichols, the Wesley Bell Ringers, Kelly Wallis, Seretta Hart, Chuck E. Myers Producers: Chuck E. Myers, Jon Schmidt Engineering: Al van der Beek, Jake Bowen, Jai Bresich. Video: Paul Anderson #joytotheworld #odetojoy #piano #lds #christmasmusic #christian