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Johann Strauss

Johann Strauss II: The Waltz King of Vienna

Introduction to Johann Strauss II

Johann Strauss II (1825–1899) was an Austrian composer and conductor, celebrated as the "Waltz King" for his role in popularizing the Viennese waltz and polka on a global scale. His music embodies the elegance and charm of 19th-century Vienna, bringing joy and sophistication to ballrooms, concert halls, and opera houses. Strauss’s works, known for their graceful melodies, rhythmic energy, and orchestral brilliance, remain among the most beloved pieces in the light classical repertoire.

Johann Strauss II’s Most Famous Works

Waltzes: The Heart of Vienna’s Musical Life

Strauss transformed the waltz into an art form, creating some of the most famous melodies in music history:

  • The Blue Danube (1867) – The ultimate waltz, often associated with the beauty of Vienna and immortalized in 2001: A Space Odyssey.
  • Emperor Waltz (1889) – A grand and majestic piece celebrating imperial Vienna.
  • Voices of Spring (1883) – A lively and lyrical waltz capturing the spirit of springtime renewal.
  • Tales from the Vienna Woods (1868) – A waltz infused with folk-like charm and shimmering orchestration.

Polkas and Marches: The Sound of Celebration

Strauss’s energetic polkas and marches remain popular in New Year’s concerts and festive events:

  • Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka (1858) – A playful and exuberant polka, full of rapid tempos and humor.
  • Unter Donner und Blitz (1868) – A lively polka mimicking the sounds of thunder and lightning.
  • Radetzky March (1848, composed by Johann Strauss I, but popularized by Strauss II’s performances) – A rousing march that remains a New Year’s tradition.

Operettas: Sparkling Theatrical Comedies

Strauss also found success in operetta, blending witty librettos with unforgettable melodies:

  • Die Fledermaus (1874) – His most famous operetta, a comedic masterpiece of mistaken identities and elegant waltzes.
  • The Gypsy Baron (1885) – A tale of love, adventure, and Hungarian folk influences.

Strauss’s Enduring Legacy

Johann Strauss II’s music continues to symbolize the elegance and festivity of Vienna, making him one of the most beloved composers in classical music. His works are still performed at Viennese balls, concerts, and festivals, ensuring that his legacy as the Waltz King lives on.

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  • Johann Strauss: A Night In Venice - Bregenz Festival recording, conducted by Anton Paulik / Saga LP Stereo / 5423 Johann Strauss: A Night In Venice - Bregenz Festival recording, conducted by Anton Paulik / Saga LP Stereo / 5423
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  • Johann Strauss: Wiener Blut (Gesamtaufnahme) - Wilma Lipp, Hilde Guden, Margit Schramm, Rudolf Schock, Ferry Gruber, Benno Kusche, Wiener Symphoniker, Dirigent: Robert Stolz / Eurodisc 2x LP, Stereo / 72 750 XE / 72 751 XE Johann Strauss: Wiener Blut (Gesamtaufnahme) - Wilma Lipp, Hilde Guden, Margit Schramm, Rudolf Schock, Ferry Gruber, Benno Kusche, Wiener Symphoniker, Dirigent: Robert Stolz / Eurodisc 2x LP, Stereo / 72 750 XE / 72 751 XE
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  • Eva Lind (soprano) - ''Fruhlingsstimmen'' - Strauss-Walzer - Wiener Volksopernorchester, Franz Bauer-Theussl / Philips Digital Classics LP Stereo /420 246-1 Eva Lind (soprano) - ''Fruhlingsstimmen'' - Strauss-Walzer - Wiener Volksopernorchester, Franz Bauer-Theussl / Philips Digital Classics LP Stereo /420 246-1
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  • Johann Strauss: Die Fledermaus - Renate Holm, Wilma Lipp, Rudolf Schock, Cesare Curzi, Walter Berry, Chor Der Wiener Staatsoper, Wiener Symphoniker, Dirigent: Robert Stolz / Eurodisc 2x LP, Stereo, Mono / 71 567 XE Johann Strauss: Die Fledermaus - Renate Holm, Wilma Lipp, Rudolf Schock, Cesare Curzi, Walter Berry, Chor Der Wiener Staatsoper, Wiener Symphoniker, Dirigent: Robert Stolz / Eurodisc 2x LP, Stereo, Mono / 71 567 XE
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  • Opera Exclusive Salzburg Festival (4 DVD Set) / Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Le Nozze di Figaro / Richard Strauss - Ariadne auf Naxos / Giuseppe Verdi - Un Ballo in Mashera / TDK Gold Edition / 2009 DVD (807280800395) Opera Exclusive Salzburg Festival (4 DVD Set) / Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Le Nozze di Figaro / Richard Strauss - Ariadne auf Naxos / Giuseppe Verdi - Un Ballo in Mashera / TDK Gold Edition / 2009 DVD (807280800395)
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    Opera Exclusive Salzburg Festival (4 DVD Set) / Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Le Nozze di Figaro / Richard Strauss - Ariadne auf Naxos / Giuseppe Verdi - Un Ballo in Mashera / TDK Gold Edition / 2009 DVD Total Playtime: 455 Minutes Region 0 PAL Made in...
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  • Richard Strauss Concert / Leipcig Gewandhaus Orchectra / Conductor: Kurt Masur / Recorded Live from the Alte Oper Frankfurt / Bonus: Till Eulenspiegels Lustige Streiche / 2009 DVD (5037899013595) Richard Strauss Concert / Leipcig Gewandhaus Orchectra / Conductor: Kurt Masur / Recorded Live from the Alte Oper Frankfurt / Bonus: Till Eulenspiegels Lustige Streiche / 2009 DVD (5037899013595)
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  • Johann Strauss Jr. – Der Zigeunerbaron / Benno Kusche, Eberhard Wachter, Erzebeth Hazy, Rudolf Schock, Karl Schmitt-Walter, Chor und Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin / Eurodisc 2x LP, Box Set, Stereo, Mono / 71 455 XE Johann Strauss Jr. – Der Zigeunerbaron / Benno Kusche, Eberhard Wachter, Erzebeth Hazy, Rudolf Schock, Karl Schmitt-Walter, Chor und Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin / Eurodisc 2x LP, Box Set, Stereo, Mono / 71 455 XE
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    Johann Strauss Jr. – Der Zigeunerbaron / Benno Kusche, Eberhard Wachter, Erzebeth Hazy, Rudolf Schock, Karl Schmitt-Walter, Chor und Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin / Eurodisc 2x LP, Box Set, Stereo, Mono 71 455...
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  • Carole Farley – Lehar, Kalman, Strauss, Sieczinski / Andre Kostelanetz, The Columbia Symphony / CBS Masterworks LP 1979 / 74023 Carole Farley – Lehar, Kalman, Strauss, Sieczinski / Andre Kostelanetz, The Columbia Symphony / CBS Masterworks LP 1979 / 74023
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  • Die Fledermaus - Strauss / Soloists, Chorus, Zurich Radio Orchestra, Walter Goehr (conductor) / Musical Masterpiece Society LP / MMS-2022 Die Fledermaus - Strauss / Soloists, Chorus, Zurich Radio Orchestra, Walter Goehr (conductor) / Musical Masterpiece Society LP / MMS-2022
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  • Richard Strauss - Ariadne auf Naxos / DVD (5450270012176) Richard Strauss - Ariadne auf Naxos / DVD (5450270012176)
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    Richard Strauss - Ariadne auf Naxos / DVD UPC 5450270012176   Ariadne auf Naxos (Ariadne on Naxos), Op. 60, is a 1912 opera by Richard Strauss with a German libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal. The opera's unusual combination of elements of low...
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  • Valses De Vienne, Johann Strauss Père Et Fils - Mady Mesplé, Christiane Stutzmann, Bernard Sinclair, Orchestre Du Théâtre National De L'Opéra-Comique, Jean Doussard / Pathé Marconi EMI 2x LP, Stereo / 2 C 191-12001/2 Valses De Vienne, Johann Strauss Père Et Fils - Mady Mesplé, Christiane Stutzmann, Bernard Sinclair, Orchestre Du Théâtre National De L'Opéra-Comique, Jean Doussard / Pathé Marconi EMI 2x LP, Stereo / 2 C 191-12001/2
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  • Johann Strauss: Eine Nacht In Venedig (Großer Querschnitt) - Erika Koth, Rudolf Schock, Ursula Schirrmacher, Cesare Curzi / RIAS-Chor, Berliner Symphoniker, Dirigent: Werner Schmidt-Boelcke / Eurodisc LP Stereo / 71 125 IE Johann Strauss: Eine Nacht In Venedig (Großer Querschnitt) - Erika Koth, Rudolf Schock, Ursula Schirrmacher, Cesare Curzi / RIAS-Chor, Berliner Symphoniker, Dirigent: Werner Schmidt-Boelcke / Eurodisc LP Stereo / 71 125 IE
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    Johann Strauss: Eine Nacht In Venedig (Großer Querschnitt) - Erika Koth, Rudolf Schock, Ursula Schirrmacher, Cesare Curzi / RIAS-Chor, Berliner Symphoniker, Dirigent: Werner Schmidt-Boelcke / Eurodisc LP Stereo  71 125...
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