Since its premiere in 1874, Die Fledermaus (The Bat) has been one of the most beloved operettas ever written. Among Johann Strauss' most famous overtures, this delightful selection abounds with memora...
An der schönen blauen Donau was composed by Strauss (son) in 1866 for the Vienna Men's Choral Society, i.e. originally as a choral work. The premiere was not so successful. As a concert waltz, however...
(Originalausgabe), Urtext (Freyer)
In 1864 Johann Strauß (son) (1825-1899) wrote some compositions, which he dedicated to regents of European and Asian countries. Probably the most interesting of these works - his 'Persian March, op. 2...
The 'Annen Polka' is e real gem of the typical Viennese music. It could hardly fail at any Strauß concert and is a regular feature at the annual New Year's Concert in Vienna.