Celebrate the dawn of 2025 with the Wiener Philharmoniker as they present their highly anticipated Neujahrskonzert. Under the baton of the esteemed Riccardo Muti, this concert is a testament to the orchestra's enduring excellence and their deep-rooted tradition of ushering in the New Year with a symphony of classical masterpieces. The album captures the essence of this grand event, held in the resplendent Golden Hall of the Vienna Musikverein, a venue renowned for its acoustics and elegance.
The tracklist is a vibrant tapestry of compositions by the Strauss family, featuring both the timeless and the lesser-known. From the exhilarating "Radetzky-Marsch" to the enchanting "An der schönen blauen Donau," each piece is a showcase of the orchestra's virtuosity and Muti's masterful conducting. The album also includes operatic excerpts and polkas that add a dynamic range to the concert, ensuring a lively and engaging experience.
With a history spanning over five decades, Muti's collaboration with the Wiener Philharmoniker is a celebration of musical heritage and innovation. This album is not just a collection of performances; it's a snapshot of a tradition that has captivated audiences worldwide for generations. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this concert offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Immerse yourself in the sounds of Vienna's New Year, brought to you by one of the world's most celebrated orchestras and their revered conductor.
(P) 2025 Sony Classical, a label of Sony Music Entertainment, under exclusive license from Wiener Philharmoniker
Tracks
Freiheits-Marsch, Op. 226Johann Strauss I, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Dorfschwalben aus Österreich, Walzer, Op. 164Josef Strauss, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Demolirer-Polka , Op. 269Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Lagunen-Walzer, Op. 411Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Luftig und duftig. Polka schnell, op. 206Eduard Strauss, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Der Zigeunerbaron: OuvertüreJohann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Accelerationen, Walzer, Op. 234Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Das Veilchenmädel: Fidele BrüderJoseph Hellmesberger, Jr., Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Ferdinandus-Walzer (Arr. for Orchestra by Wolfgang Dörner)Constanze Geiger, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Entweder - oder!, Polka schnell, Op. 403Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Transactionen, Walzer, Op. 184Josef Strauss, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Annen-Polka, Op. 117Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, Op. 214Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Wein, Weib und Gesang, Walzer, Op. 333Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Die Bajadere, Polka schnell, Op. 351Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Neujahrsgruß / New Year's Address / Allocution du Nouvel AnNot Applicable, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
An der schönen blauen Donau, Walzer, Op. 314Johann Strauss II, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Radetzky-Marsch, Op. 228Johann Strauss I, Riccardo Muti, Wiener Philharmoniker
Wiener Philharmoniker on the 2025 New Year's Concert and the Johann Strauss II anniversaryNot Applicable, Daniel Froschauer