The Sound of Austrian Choir

"The Sound of Austrian Choir" is a collection that combines the historic with the contemporary, showcasing the remarkable diversity and richness of Austria's choral tradition. Spanning centuries, this playlist features timeless pieces like Mozart's "Ave verum corpus" performed by the Vienna Boys' Choir and the emotive "Requiem" by the Salzburg Cathedral Choir. It also includes modern takes such as Roland Jaime Orzabal de La Quintana's "Mad World" by St. Florianer Sängerknaben and Arvo Pärt's deeply spiritual "Vater Unser" by the Wiltener Sängerknaben.

Adding to its versatility, the playlist presents classical staples like Handel's "Hallelujah" from Messiah by the Vienna State Opera Orchestra and the dynamic "Carmina Burana" performed live by Wiener Singakademie. Pieces like "Der Mensch lebt und bestehet" by Max Reger, rendered beautifully by the Vienna Chamber Choir, round out this rich and reflective musical journey. Whether you are a longtime fan of choral music or exploring it for the first time, this playlist offers a varied mix that will enlighten and inspire.

Playlist Genres

Classical

Austrian Choir

Opera

Renaissance

Choral

Contemporary Classical

Baroque Orchestra Gregorian Chant Early Music Chamber Music Austrian Orchestra Avant-garde Organ Music Classical Piano Children's Choir Minimalism Orchestral Performance Early Modern Classical Franco-flemish School Requiem Classical Performance Operetta Medieval Chamber Choir Italian Classical Organ Avant-garde Classical German Renaissance German Classical