© In höchsten Tönen! Lieder recital in the crypt: Recital Schumann, Brahms
Vienna, Peterskirche — Krypta
About the Event
Experience a special recital in the unique atmosphere of the crypt of St. Peter's Church. Mezzo‐soprano Alexandra Aidonopoulou and pianist Atousa Salehi present a finely tuned program featuring song cycles and selected songs from the Romantic period and the Spanish repertoire.
The focus is on works by Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms, whose songs captivate listeners with their emotional depth and poetic expressiveness. The program is complemented by selected songs by Manuel de Falla and Enrique Granados, whose colorful soundscapes provide a delightful contrast.
An evening full of intimacy, passion, and musical finesse—embedded in the special acoustic space of the crypt, which lends the songs an impressive closeness and intensity.
The crypt is pleasantly temperate in every season.
Practical Information
The crypt is pleasantly warm at any time of year.
Artists
| Mezzo-soprano: | Alexandra Aidonopoulou |
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| Piano: | Atousa Salehi |
Peterskirche
The Peterskirche (St Peter’s Church) is the second-oldest church in Vienna, founded around 800AD, if legend is to be believed. The present church was built in 1732 in the Baroque style, with Vienna's first baroque dome. Inspired by St Peter's Basilica in Rome, the interior is adorned with frescoes, sculptures, golden altarpieces and carved wood. Peterskirche is one of Vienna's busiest classical music venues, featuring a diverse program that includes daily organ concerts, operas, choral concerts and performances by prominent local and international artists. In addition to performances in the elegant main sanctuary, the Peterskirche also hosts concerts in the fascinating and intimate crypt below ground level.
Address
Peterskirche, Petersplatz, Vienna, Austria — Google Maps
