His waltzes were a hit from Russia to the US — and female fans swooned over him. And yet, there was also a darker side to Johann Strauss, who is being celebrated in a series of performances in Vienna.

Music ran through the veins of Johann Strauss II and – despite his father’s opposition – he went on to compose many of the ...

Johann Strauss, seen here circa 1868, wrote what is probably the most famous waltz of all time: "The Blue Danube." (Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Johann Strauss II, known as "The Waltz King," helped ...

“Enjoy the Vienna New Year’s Concert,” say organisers, “and let yourself be transported by the magic and charm of Strauss’ music — culminating in the iconic The Blue Danube, the most famous waltz in ...

- EDITORIAL WALTZ, (Leitartikel), Opus 273, published in 1863, pages 12-14 - MORNING JOURNALS WALTZ, (Morgenblätter), Opus 279, published in 1863, pages 15-18 - BLUE DANUBE WALTZ, (An der schönen ...

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THE haunting notes and pizzicato strings that Ultravox conjured in Vienna, their best known hit, are sure to be heard when Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre hosts the Johann Strauss Gala this weekend ...

Magical melodies and swirling rhythms from the golden age of the Viennese waltz: the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra present a new recording of the dazzling music of Johann Strauss, father and son.

EVEN 200 years after the birth of Austria’s world-famous “waltz king” Johann Strauss II – widely revered like a modern-day pop star during his lifetime – his music has lost none of its magic. Best ...

Johann Strauss Ensemble, one of Austria’s most acclaimed classical orchestras, will embark on a new tour in Romania in December, with the celebrated concert “Best of Vienna.” Conducted by violinist ...