Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Johann Strauss II with the captivating album "Neujahrskonzert - Die schönsten Walzer von Strauss." Released on December 29, 2023, under the prestigious Warner Classics label, this classical masterpiece spans over two hours and thirty-one minutes, featuring 25 tracks that showcase the brilliance of Strauss II's compositions.
From the iconic "An der schönen blauen Donau" to the lively "Radetzky-Marsch," this album is a celebration of Strauss II's timeless waltzes and polkas. Each track is a testament to the composer's ability to blend elegance with rhythm, creating pieces that are both sophisticated and accessible. The album includes collaborations with other notable composers such as Lanner, Waldteufel, and Lehár, adding depth and variety to the collection.
Performances by the Wiener Philharmoniker, conducted by Franz Welser-Möst, bring these compositions to life with precision and passion. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Dive into the world of Johann Strauss II and let the beauty of his music transport you to the heart of Vienna's golden age of waltzes.
Strauss II, J: Schatz-Walzer, Op. 418Johann Strauss II, Wiener Johann Strauss Orchester, Willi Boskovsky
Strauss II, J: Eljen a Magyar!, Op. 332Johann Strauss II, Wiener Johann Strauss Orchester, Willi Boskovsky
Strauss I, J: Radetzky-Marsch, Op. 228Johann Strauss I, Wiener Johann Strauss Orchester, Willi Boskovsky
Strauss II, J: Frühlingsstimmen, Op. 410Johann Strauss II, Natalie Dessay, Michael Schønwandt, Berliner Sinfonieorchester
Strauss II, J: Ägyptischer Marsch, Op. 335Johann Strauss II, Clemens Krauss, Wiener Philharmoniker
Strauss II, J: An der schönen blauen Donau, Op. 314Johann Strauss II, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Strauss II, J: G'schichten aus dem Wienerwald, Op. 325Johann Strauss II, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Lanner: Die Schönbrunner, Op. 200Joseph Lanner, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Wiener Philharmoniker
Strauss II, J: Champagner-Polka, Op. 211Johann Strauss II, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Waldteufel: Les patineurs, Op. 183Émile Waldteufel, Sir John Barbirolli, Hallé
Strauss II, J & Josef: Pizzicato-PolkaJohann Strauss II, Josef Strauss, Sir John Barbirolli, Hallé
Strauss II, J: Rosen aus dem Süden, Op. 388Johann Strauss II, Karl Böhm, Wiener Philharmoniker
Strauss II, J: Wein, Weib und Gesang, Op. 333Johann Strauss II, Wiener Philharmoniker, Riccardo Muti
Hellmesberger: LeichtfüssigJoseph Hellmesberger, Wiener Philharmoniker, Riccardo Muti
Strauss, Josef: Sphärenklänge, Op. 235Josef Strauss, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe
Strauss II, J: La chauve-souris, Act 2: Couplets. "Versez-nous le champagne" (Orlofsky, Arlette, Gaillardin, Chœur)Johann Strauss II, Franck Pourcel, Choeurs Rene Duclos, Jacques Pruvost, Liliane Berton, Pierre Fleta, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Strauss II, J: Leichtes Blut, Op. 319Johann Strauss II, Wiener Philharmoniker, Rudolf Kempe