Thursday, January 1st 2009. 17:00
Wiener Kursalon

Programme

Strauss, Johann:
Leichtes Blut - Galopp, op. 319

Strauss, Josef:
Wein, Weib & Gesang - Walzer, op. 333

Lanner, Josef:
Die Mozartisten - Walzer

Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus:
Klavierkonzertsatz nach Ansage

Strauss, Johann:
Kaiserwalzer - Walzer, op. 437

Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus:
Papageno, Papagena! - Duett, „Die Zauberflöte“

Strauss, Johann:
Bahn frei! - Polka schnell, op. 45

Strauss, Johann:
Wiener Blut - Duett

Strauss, Johann:
An der schönen blauen Donau - Walzer, op.314, Ballett

The Vienna Johann Strauss Salonorchester "Alt Wien", one of the best known performers of Viennese classical music, ignites explosive fireworks with the most beautiful of compositions by "Waltz King" Johann Strauss and his contemporaries. Virtuosic musicians, extraordinary opera singers, and enchanting ballet dancers present an evening filled with Viennese charm and joyful waltzes, polkas, and operetta melodies of the highest artistic calibre.

The Johann Strauss Salonorchester "Alt Wien" was founded in 1994 by the concertmaster of the Vienna Volksoper, Prof. Udo Zwölfer. Sold-out concert halls and enthusiastic reviews attest to their musical excellence. The primary concern of the Johann Strauss Salonorchester is that vital care be taken of Viennese classical music. This, combined with the joy of music-making, distinguishes this orchestra, as did the concerts of Johann Strauss and his contemporaries more than a hundred years ago.

The repertoire spans the works of Strauss, Lanner, Ziehrer, as well as Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and traditional "Schrammeln" and Salonmusik. This chamber orchestra uses uniquely adapted arrangements that have been carefully constructed based on the original scores of the composers themselves. Distinguished singers and ballet dancers add to the extraordinary musical achievements and enchant audiences. An authentic concert experience, which enables a musical journey through time!

Johann Strauss Waltz Concerts takes place in the Vienna Kursalon, which was built between the years 1865 and 1867 by Johann Garber in the style of the Italian Renaissance. The first Johann Strauss Concert took place on October 15th, 1868. Since then, the events have become an attraction within the musical life of Vienna. The Salonorchester "Alt Wien" upholds this tradition. Take part in this unforgettable evening filled with Viennese charm and joi-de-vivre. Enjoy the unique ambience and partake of this wonderful musical journey through time!

The Gala night "superior" include the new years galabuffet, the Johann Strauss New Years concert, one Johann Strauss CD, a signed programm, 1 glas of sparkling wine and reserved VIP seats.

The Gala night "imperial" include the new years galabuffet and the Johann Strauss New Years concert.