Vienna City Park, Johann Strauss monument, tourists in the foreground

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Johann Strauss Music Assistant

Whether you are a Strauss aficionado or a cultural novice, this Assistant will help you find the perfect melody to accompany your stay in Vienna. Perhaps you’ll find a surprise or two along the way?

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corners.","picture":{"desktop":"/resource/image/299130/3x2/550/366/6460f6b6c6e4a7b14f98801e8e1585d1/A23DD1792748AF10EC23A3472A0E6700/50835-gruen-donaupark-ansicht-von-oben.webp","mobile":"/resource/image/299130/3x2/700/466/b07bbaf0ded7619607a0a29aeb7bd924/B97E1D61005B62057423421349F9BA6E/50835-gruen-donaupark-ansicht-von-oben.webp","altText":"View of the Donaupark","darkening":50},"scores":[{"resultId":798038,"points":0},{"resultId":798042,"points":1},{"resultId":798046,"points":0},{"resultId":798050,"points":0},{"resultId":798054,"points":1},{"resultId":798058,"points":0},{"resultId":798062,"points":0},{"resultId":798066,"points":1},{"resultId":798070,"points":0},{"resultId":798074,"points":0},{"resultId":798078,"points":1},{"resultId":798082,"points":0},{"resultId":798086,"points":0},{"resultId":798090,"points":1},{"resultId":798094,"points":0},{"resultId":798098,"points":0},{"resultId":798102,"points":1},{"resultId":798106,"points":0}]},{"id":798036,"text":"The diversity and variety.","picture":{"desktop":"/resource/image/756820/3x2/550/366/784b1a42f3ec255c2e1824864aea3840/A7AEB4711EF4631116A4D2CACC34E936/52143-regenbogen-zebrastreifen-spazieren.webp","mobile":"/resource/image/756820/3x2/700/466/e0e9f9679b17edede2ec3ab09e5c16c/186EF800F85DBD496E8B3F4D30491F4C/52143-regenbogen-zebrastreifen-spazieren.webp","altText":"Walking, Mariahilfer Straße, Rainbow"},"scores":[{"resultId":798038,"points":0},{"resultId":798042,"points":0},{"resultId":798046,"points":1},{"resultId":798050,"points":0},{"resultId":798054,"points":0},{"resultId":798058,"points":1},{"resultId":798062,"points":0},{"resultId":798066,"points":0},{"resultId":798070,"points":1},{"resultId":798074,"points":0},{"resultId":798078,"points":0},{"resultId":798082,"points":1},{"resultId":798086,"points":0},{"resultId":798090,"points":0},{"resultId":798094,"points":1},{"resultId":798098,"points":0},{"resultId":798102,"points":0},{"resultId":798106,"points":1}]}]}],"results":[{"id":798038,"kicker":"Result","title":"Künstler-Quadrille, Op. 201","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0Nf0aBS0fi1kf92vkcsbow?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eA piece of music by Strauss that consists entirely of the works of others? In this piece, the Waltz King transforms melodies by Mendelssohn, Mozart and Beethoven into a quadrille dance.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798042,"kicker":"Result","title":"Frühlingsstimmen, Op. 410","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/4QyObxEMm8M3xq11um96Xc?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eIt makes your heart burst into flower! That’s the lively and fresh sound of spring in Vienna. Composed in 1883, the Frühlingsstimmen concert waltz is one of Strauss’ best-known works today.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798046,"kicker":"Result","title":"Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka, Op. 214","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0FThYfl4JCTHHA1eLhoUFR?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003ePssst! Did you know that Johann Strauss was a real ladies’ man? The tabloids were understandably very interested in the Waltz King. He dedicated this polka to one of these magazines, the “Humoristisch – satyrische Wochenschrift Tritsch – Tratsch”.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798050,"kicker":"Result","title":"Kaiser-Walzer, Op. 437","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/7EQMFQIHbUvr13Scd7rVid?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eThe “Kaiser-Walzer” (Emperor Waltz) was originally going to be called “Hand in Hand”. It was renamed before the premiere in honor of the German Kaiser, Wilhelm II, and the Austrian Emperor, Franz Joseph I, in order to strengthen their alliance. The “Kaiser-Walzer” is just a better name too, don’t you think?\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798054,"kicker":"Result","title":"Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald, Op. 325","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/1a3Nyb4nglC4hL6h7v7H8T?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eThese melodies strongly evoke the folk music of the Viennese countryside. In the early 19th century, the waltz was still regarded as vulgar. By the time Johann Strauss’ father came along, it had risen to become a highly respected ballroom dance.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798058,"kicker":"Result","title":"Wiener Blut, Op. 354","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/7cyC9Xu4JaoRWW8ghSZI3D?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eNo other piece of music epitomizes the Viennese attitude to life like “Wiener Blut”. Contrary to what is sometimes said about the Viennese today – think “Wiener Grant” – the joie de vivre is clearly perceptible. This is one of the reasons why this waltz is one of Johann Strauss’ best-known and most popular works.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798062,"kicker":"Result","title":"Vergnügungszug Polka, Op. 281","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/1ywkdmjlk7Amd0DsszD1Qb?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eIn the second half of the 19th century, “Vergnügenzüge” (pleasure trains) became increasingly popular due to the rise of tourism. This polka, which was dedicated to the railroad companies, was first performed on 19 January 1864 at the carnival ball of the “Industrial Societies” in Vienna’s Hofburg.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798066,"kicker":"Result","title":"Auf der Jagd, Op. 373","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/4ffOUFSHoWSXB7vi0VCCQg?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eStrauss captures the excitement of the hunt with a hunting horn and musical gunshots. Around 70 species of wild animals live in the urban area of Vienna, including deer, wild boar and foxes. Lots of hedgehogs scurry around the Strauss monument in the Stadtpark. However, please only go “hunting” with your eyes and binoculars!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798070,"kicker":"Result","title":"Overture to the operetta “Die Fledermaus”","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/3J2jFRmIYdwHLMTYLbGvGt?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eDie Fledermaus, composed in 1874, is the most famous operetta in the world and is therefore rightly the only work of its genre on the repertoire of the Vienna State Opera. The second half of the 19th century is thought of as the “golden era of operetta” thanks in large part to Strauss.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798074,"kicker":"Result","title":"Künstlerleben, Op. 316","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/2qMYLWY2a0hXZFQ5I0ZeXA?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eThe occasion for writing this waltz was actually Austria’s defeat by Prussia in the Battle of Königgrätz. Many events in 1866 were cancelled because of the war. “Künstlerleben” (and several other works) and lavish parties during the carnival of 1867 were intended to lighten the mood of the Viennese populace. It worked!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798078,"kicker":"Result","title":"Rosen aus dem Süden, Op. 388","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/6DdnVtMa5S5fi1M7Svqzsd?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eThis concert waltz dating from 1880 is based on Strauss’ operetta “Das Spitzentuch der Königin”. The “Süden” (south) in the name refers to Italy: the work was dedicated to the then King of Italy, Umberto I. The premiere was held at the Vienna Music Society under the baton of Johann’s brother, Eduard.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798082,"kicker":"Result","title":"Pizzicato Polka","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/61tijQEsACXRJ1SnhbpJPj?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eAn unusual piece! Pizzicato means that the strings of the string instruments are not played with a bow as usual, but plucked with the fingers. And that is the only playing technique used in this particular polka by Johann and Josef Strauss.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798086,"kicker":"Result","title":"Ballsträußchen, Op. 380","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/5JkgJcys4gSxjtEKTag7Qu?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eYou simply have to get up and dance to this fast polka! Vienna’s ball tradition is unique worldwide. The music of Johann Strauss and his orchestra were responsible for countless glittering nights of dancing. And they still are to this day!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798090,"kicker":"Result","title":"Vom Donaustrande, Op. 356","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0LyDZwiwgFbe2xrB24OaBt?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eThis polka was apparently a real summer hit back then. Less well known to audiences today, it is an excellent depiction of the hustle and bustle at the countless bathing spots in the city. The artificial Danube Island did not exist back then. Today, it is a must-see on any summer visit to Vienna.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798094,"kicker":"Result","title":"Ägyptischer Marsch, Op. 335","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/3Fb9VH6sMdb7jh3TTDSw4S?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eAlthough the title of “Egyptian March” might suggest otherwise, the premiere actually took place in Russia in 1869. However, the musical motifs are clearly influenced by the Orient. The musicians themselves also have to sing along to the music for 22 bars. Perhaps that’s why this piece is not performed so often?\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798098,"kicker":"Result","title":"Schatz-Walzer, Op. 418","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/0eYdVPquI9LoyPAaDVRyxf?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eVienna’s imperial heritage and its architectural jewels can be found on every street corner. Strauss’ “Schatz-Walzer”, which he composed using melodies from his operetta “Der Zigeunerbaron”, also has a slightly golden quality.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798102,"kicker":"Result","title":"Im Krapfenwald’l, Op. 336","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/2mpG7ctOEyLHLtQVZhpk1F?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang\u003d\"en\"\u003eThe Wiener Krapfenwald’l is a wooded area on the outskirts of Vienna. Listen out for the cuckoo’s call incorporated into the music! This is produced by a small wooden whistle that can produce just two different notes. Enough for one cuckoo.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"},{"id":798106,"kicker":"Result","title":"Wein, Weib und Gesang, Op. 333","resultMarkup":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style\u003d\"border-radius:12px\" src\u003d\"https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/4NWWtv3LAaYuJck9tmdSSw?utm_source\u003dgenerator\u0026theme\u003d0\" width\u003d\"100%\" height\u003d\"152\" frameBorder\u003d\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003d\"\" allow\u003d\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading\u003d\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c/iframe\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“He who does not love wine, women and song remains a fool all his life” – this motto underpins this waltz composed in 1869. It was originally composed as a choral work for the Wiener Männergesang-Verein (Vienna Men’s Choral Society). The now well-known instrumental rendition followed just one month after the premiere of the vocal version.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","buttonText":"Take the quiz again!"}],"matomoName":"Strauss Music Assistant"}

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The Waltz King and superstar Johann Strauss offers the right piece for every situation and every mood. There are more than 500 works in total. Fast enough to make you dizzy, romantic enough to melt your heart, or as cozy as if you were sitting in a Viennese coffee house. Fittingly enough, Vienna is just as varied.

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