The Ländler is a traditional, folk music genre that originated in Austria, Bavaria, and German-speaking Switzerland, characterized by a leisurely triple-meter and danced in close physical proximity. It is a predecessor to, and an influence on, the waltz. Typically instrumental, it features a melodious interplay between instruments like the accordion, clarinet, and dulcimers, often accompanied by stringed instruments. The music is buoyant yet rustic, evoking scenes of pastoral celebration and community gathering. Ländler music retains a sense of nostalgia and cultural identity, with bands such as Ländlertrio Bürgler-Laimbacher and Ländlerbuebe Biel maintaining the tradition through energetic and soulful performances that tap into the genre's Alpine roots and its timeless charm.

Prosit Neujahr! A Viennese New Year's Concert with the Wiener Philharmoniker

Wiener Philharmoniker•

Franz von Suppé•

Johann Strauss I•

Johann Strauss II•

Josef Strauss•

Joseph Lanner•

Karl Böhm•

Rudolf Kempe

Album - 20 Tracks - Released January 10, 2024