Description
Wiener Philharmoniker - New Year’s Concert in Vienna (1989) with Carlos Kleiber DVD
UPC 044007340141
Overview
Celebrate the New Year with the 1989 Neujahrskonzert (New Year's Concert) from Vienna, conducted by the legendary Carlos Kleiber. This memorable concert, recorded live at the Vienna Musikverein, features the Wiener Philharmoniker performing a selection of beloved Strauss family waltzes, polkas, and more. Directed by Brian Large, this beautifully filmed production captures the elegance and energy of one of the world’s most cherished musical traditions, making it a timeless addition to any classical music lover's collection.
Product Features
- Format: DVD, 4:3 Standard, NTSC
- Audio: DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround, PCM Stereo
- Total Runtime: Approx. 95 minutes
- Region Code: 0 (All Regions, Worldwide)
- Menu Language: English
- Bonus Feature: Trailer for Carlos Kleiber: The Legend
- Publisher: Deutsche Grammophon, produced by ORF and UNITEL
Interesting Facts
- Historic Conductor: Carlos Kleiber, known for his meticulous and passionate interpretations, is often celebrated as one of the greatest conductors of all time. His rare appearances made each performance an event, and this New Year’s concert is one of his most acclaimed.
- Vienna’s New Year’s Tradition: The New Year’s Concert by the Wiener Philharmoniker is one of the most anticipated annual events in classical music, with a global audience tuning in to hear Strauss waltzes and traditional Viennese repertoire.
- Unitel and ORF Production: Produced by Unitel and Austrian broadcaster ORF, this concert combines top-quality sound and cinematography, showcasing both the music and the opulent setting of the Vienna Musikverein’s Golden Hall.
Program Highlights
While specific details of the full tracklist may vary, the typical New Year’s Concert repertoire includes:
- Johann Strauss II - The Blue Danube Waltz
- Johann Strauss Sr. - Radetzky March
- Josef Strauss - Die Libelle (The Dragonfly)
- Eduard Strauss - Bahn frei (Clear the Track) Polka
- Additional selections of waltzes, polkas, and marches from the Strauss family and other classical favorites.
Publisher
Deutsche Grammophon GmbH
Produced by ORF and Unitel Film- und Fernsehproduktionsgesellschaft mbH & Co.
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