In Vienna, the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss is being celebrated this year with many events. The most original location is probably the play "Times Waltz": With the Ferris wheel, you can "dance" ...

The Waltz King, born in Vienna, led a vibrant life in three-quarter time: from the initial rivalry with his father, the composition of the first hit in music history, to his status as a pop star ...

Vienna traditionally waltzes in the new year and much of the world blithely follows its example. In fact, the waltz is ...

Johann Strauss II (1825–1899) is known as the 'Waltz King'. He was the greatest of all Viennese dance music composers. Life and Music The young Strauss had started composing and directing his own ...

Austrian composer Johann Strauss II was born in Vienna on October 25, 1825. World famous for his Viennese waltzes, including ...

Violinist Alena Baeva, one of the most exciting soloists active on the world stage today, joins the orchestra as their new ...

but the coronation of Johann Strauss II as the master of the Viennese waltz. Please note: The event information above has been added by the organiser. Whilst we try to ensure all details are up-to ...

but the coronation of Johann Strauss II as the master of the Viennese waltz. Please note: The event information above has been added by the organiser. Whilst we try to ensure all details are up-to ...

"A Viennese Recital" will feature selections from Johann Strauss, including "The Emperor Waltz" and "The Blue Danube Waltz." Other included composers' selections are from Fritz Kreisler ...