Karajan Vienna Philharmonic - The Vienna Of Johann Strauss

Review by Randolph Cardenas

The Vienna Of Johann Strauss by Karajan & Vienna Philharmonic: A Timeless Spin Through Romantic Classics If you’ve ever wondered what it would sound like if a waltz and a polka had a baby, then threw that baby into the hands of one of history’s greatest conductors, this 1959 album is your answer. The Vienna Of Johann Strauss—led by Herbert von Karajan with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra—is basically classical music's VIP lounge. It doesn’t just play; it struts, twirls, and occasionally trips over its own elegance (but in the most charming way possible). Let’s dive right in because I can already hear the opening bars calling my name. Track Highlights That’ll Stick With You 1. Tales From The Vienna Woods Oh man, where do I even start? This piece is like taking an afternoon stroll through some Austrian forest but without any pesky insects ruining your vibe. The strings are lush, the horns are bold, and there’s this sneaky little birdcall moment courtesy of the flute that feels so cheeky it almost made me laugh out loud. Like, bravo, Johann Strauss II—you absolute card! What makes this track unforgettable isn’t just how pretty it sounds—it’s how cinematic it feels. Close your eyes, and suddenly you’re not sitting at your desk anymore; you’re frolicking through alpine meadows while wearing lederhosen you definitely didn’t buy yourself. 2. Auf Der Jagd Polka Now here’s a banger for when you’re feeling adventurous—or maybe just caffeinated. Translating to "On the Hunt," this polka is as lively as trying to catch squirrels with your bare hands. Horns blare like they’re mimicking hunting calls, and the percussion gives off serious “we’re chasing something” energy. There’s a mischievousness to it that makes you want to grab a partner and spin them around the room until you both fall down laughing. Honestly, if this song were a person, it’d be that friend who drags you on wild escapades but somehow always gets away with it. Why This Album Still Slaps (Yes, I Said Slaps) Released under RCA Victor Red Seal back in ’59, this record proves why old-school recordings still hold their own against modern gimmicks. Karajan’s baton work is nothing short of wizardry—he knows exactly how to coax every ounce of drama and charm from these pieces. Meanwhile, the Vienna Philharmonic plays like they invented orchestral swagger. They don’t just perform Strauss’ compositions; they live them, breathe them, and probably dream about them too. And let’s give credit where it’s due: Strauss wrote tunes so catchy they could make even someone who thinks “classical music” means Mozart memes tap their toes. But hearing his works interpreted by Karajan adds layers upon layers of depth, turning each track into a mini-masterpiece. Final Thoughts… Or Maybe Just Random Musing? Listening to The Vienna Of Johann Strauss feels like stepping into another era—one where people actually dressed up to go hear live music instead of showing up in pajama pants and hoping no one notices. It’s romantic, thrilling, and occasionally ridiculous in all the best ways. If you’re looking for background noise while folding laundry, this ain’t it. But if you’re ready to lose yourself in swirling waltzes and high-energy polkas, prepare to have your socks knocked clean off. Also, fun fact: Apparently, Strauss once said he preferred champagne to water. And after listening to this album, I kinda get it. Cheers to that!

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Artist: Karajan Vienna Philharmonic
Album: The Vienna Of Johann Strauss

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Romantic

1959

Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Auf Der Jagd Polka
Delirien Waltz
Annen Polka, Op. 117
Gypsy Baron: Overture
Tales From The Vienna Woods
Die Fledermaus: Overture

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J Strauss / H Von Karajan, 1960: Overture to Die Fledermaus - Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra

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LDS 2346

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RCA Victor Red Seal

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Vinyl
LP
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Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis
Record Company	Radio Corporation Of America

Credits

Role	Credit
Conductor	Herbert von Karajan
Orchestra	Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra

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This is the first US stereo version.
Later reissued in a regular sleeve with Category LSC-2538.
Labels:
Red/silver 'Shaded Dog' labels
Deep 'groove' in label area
"Living Stereo" at bottom of label
"Stereo-Orthophonic..." text below Nipper
Rim text at bottom of label starts with "TMK(s)"
"Made in U. S. A." in rim text
"Recorded in Vienna"
Sleeve:
Linen textured single sleeve
Picture glued to front
Inner sleeve has a wooden dowel stick attached
Soria logo on front
Small Living Stereo caption on front
Back of sleeve is blank
Other information:
Contains an insert
Labelography code: UE9
Corresponding mono issue has Category LD 2346

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Matrix / Runout (Runout side 1, stamped): K2 RY3307-3S B1 I
Matrix / Runout (Runout side 2, stamped): K2 RY3307-1S I A1
Matrix / Runout (Matrix on label, side 1): K2RY-3307
Matrix / Runout (Matrix on label, side 2): K2RY-3308

About Karajan Vienna Philharmonic

Austrian conductor, born April 5, 1908 in Salzburg, Austria-Hungary (now Austria) and died July 16, 1989 in Anif, Austria. Younger brother of . He was married to Elmy Holgerloef (m. 1938, div. 1942), Anna Maria "Anita" Sauest (m. 1942, div. 1958), and (m. 1958). Karajan and Eliette are the parents of and . His brilliant international career began in 1949 and led him to be one of the most eminent conductors of the twentieth century. In 1955 he succeeded in the direction of the ; orchestra that has reached supreme degrees of perfectionism thanks to his tenacity and to his well-known meticulousness combined with a perfect knowledge of the orchestra and the possibilities of the instrumentalists.

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *The Vienna Of Johann Strauss* by Herbert von Karajan and the Vienna Philharmonic is like a time machine to 19th-century Vienna. Released in 1959, it brings together some of Strauss’s most beloved pieces, like *Tales From The Vienna Woods* and *Die Fledermaus: Overture*. It’s not just music—it’s a vibe. The energy of the Vienna Philharmonic, combined with Karajan’s legendary conducting, makes it feel like you’re strolling through a lively Viennese ballroom. And fun fact: this album was released under RCA Victor’s Red Seal label, known for its high-quality classical recordings. It’s a true gem for anyone who loves Romantic-era music.

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ddoncicnis

2025-03-12

Wonderful composition, very good !

armyhoan9

2025-03-12

So far the performance of this work conducted by Karajan is concerned, I prefer the clean performance in the fifties to this one that sounds a little bit contaminated by tempo rubato.