LannerQuartett - Potpourri Aus Der Graf Von Luxemburg

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Review by Julie Beun

Album Review: Potpourri Aus Der Graf Von Luxemburg by LannerQuartett Alright, let’s get this straight—this album ain’t your run-of-the-mill classical snooze fest. Nope. Potpourri Aus Der Graf Von Luxemburg slaps harder than you’d expect from a 1923 Austrian operetta record. The LannerQuartett doesn’t just play music; they rip through these tracks like it’s their last meal. And yeah, I know what you’re thinking: “Operetta? Really?” But trust me, this thing has got teeth. First off, the I. Teil kicks things off with this whirlwind of strings and brass that feels like someone spiked your coffee with adrenaline. It’s fast, sharp, and kinda chaotic in the best way possible. You can almost picture some old-timey ballroom full of dudes in tailcoats spinning ladies around like tops. What sticks with me here is how the quartet makes every note feel alive—it’s not just background noise for sipping tea to. Nah, this is fight music disguised as fancy-pants orchestration. Like, if there was an epic duel scene in a silent movie, this would be the soundtrack. Then there’s the II. Teil, which flips the script entirely. This one sneaks up on you real quiet at first, all soft violins and dreamy melodies, but don’t get too comfy. About halfway through, BAM—it hits you with this wild crescendo that sounds like a runaway carriage crashing into a parade. It’s messy, unpredictable, and absolutely magnetic. By the time it wraps up, you’re left sitting there like, “Wait…what just happened?” That’s the magic of it. Even after nearly a century, it still grabs hold of you and shakes you awake. Now, sure, calling something “timeless” feels kinda cheesy, especially when we’re talking about dusty old records from 1923. But damn, this album has a vibe that punches way above its weight class. Maybe it’s because it came out during a time when people weren’t afraid to mix elegance with raw energy. Or maybe it’s just that the LannerQuartett knew exactly how to make their instruments scream without saying a word. Here’s the kicker though—listening to this now feels like eavesdropping on history. These guys didn’t have Auto-Tune or fancy studio tricks. They had skill, grit, and probably a lot of cigarettes. And honestly? That makes it hit even harder. So next time you’re scrolling Spotify looking for something fresh, throw this bad boy on instead. Let it remind you that sometimes the oldest stuff still packs the biggest punch. Oh, and one more thing—if anyone tries telling you operettas are boring, shove this album in their face. Challenge accepted? Good.

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Artist: LannerQuartett
Album: Potpourri Aus Der Graf Von Luxemburg
Rating: 5.0

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Filename: lannerquartett-potpourri-aus-der-graf-von-luxemburg.zip
  • MP3 size: 20.7 mb
  • FLAC size: 135.9 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
II. Teil
Potpourri Aus „Der Graf Von Luxemburg“
I. Teil

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Catalog Numbers

A. 90237., A. 90238.

Labels

Jumbo-Record

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Formats

  • Shellac
  • 10"
  • 78 RPM

Credits

RoleCredit
BandLanner-Quartett

Notes

Trocadero, Wien

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A runout - stamped): MADE FOR FONOTIPIA COMPANIES A 90237
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B runout - stamped): MADE FOR FONOTIPIA COMPANIES A 90238
  • Matrix / Runout (Both sides - etched): 17 08 23

About LannerQuartett

Name Vars

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  • Original Wiener Instrmental-Quartett
  • Lanner-Ensemble
  • Lanner-Quartett
  • Lanner-Quartett \
  • Wien
  • Lannerquartett \
  • Orig. Lanner-Quartett
  • Original Instrumental-Quartett \
  • Original Lanner
  • Original Lanner Quartett
  • Original Lanner-Quartettbegl.
  • Original Trocadero-Ensemble \
  • , Wien
  • Original Wiener Schrammel-Quartett Troscadero-Ensemble \
  • Original Wiener Volksmusik D' Lanner Trocadero
  • Original-Lanner-Quartett
  • Original-Trocadero-Ensemble D'Lanner Wien
  • Trocadero Ensemble O'Lanner Wien

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? Back in 1923, a classical music album called *Potpourri Aus Der Graf Von Luxemburg* was released by the Lanner-Quartett in Austria. It’s an operetta-style piece, filled with lush melodies typical of the era. What makes it special is how it captures the charm of early 20th-century European music. The album was released on Jumbo-Record and split into two parts, each brimming with dramatic flair. Operettas like this were a big deal back then—a mix of theater and music that told stories through sound. Definitely a nostalgic gem from another time!