Birthplace of Josef Strauss re-opens as hotel
A historic hotel in Vienna was re-designed and re-opened some time back as the Hotel Motto. What's the connection with Strauss? The luxury hotel is...
Harry Coseman releases “Emilie, Emilie”, announces first show
https://youtu.be/2n4wrGfz0Ow Singer Harry Coseman has just released a new version of Johann Strauss' "Wine, Women and Song". The track is part of an upcoming album,...
A webinar to discover the musical history of the waltz
Although the waltz can feel almost natural in its rhythm, in reality there is far more to it than the simple 1-2-3 rhythm. A special...
Johann Strauss Ensemble release “Waltzing Matilda” and announce New Year’s Shows
The Johann Strauss Ensemble, led by the Australian violinist Russel McGregor, is obviously best-known for their renditions of the classics from the Johann Strauss repertoire....
Austria’s Musikverein announces concerts in June and September
Vienna's prestigious Musikverein venue - home to the celebrated Great Hall (Goldene Saal - the location of the annual Vienna New Years' Concert) - has...
Harry Coseman: Blue Danube of Mine
Belgium's Harry Coseman - known as the Voice of Strauss - released his second single "Blue Danube of Mine" in 2020. The track is obviously...
André Rieu US shows caught in coronavirus debate
André Rieu's March 2020 dates in the US have been caught in the coronavirus/covid19 debate. Even though the US president announced flight bans from 26...
Harry Coseman brings Wiener Blut to life
For the debut single from the album “The Voice of Strauss”, Harry Coseman has taken the tune from Wiener Blut, added lyrics and shot the video on Santa Monica beach (anyone remember the TV series Baywatch?).
Big changes at the Strauss Ensemble
After more than 33 successful years, the Johann Strauss Ensemble is announcing a major change in its operation. The original founder, Erich Buchmann, is placing...
The Blue Danube waltzes for 150 years
Rudy Giovannini & Strato Vani "Blaue Donau" par dm_50c4f8fca4a08 Johann Strauss classic Blue Danube celebrates anniversary in Vienna It’s a little anniversary that went by...