{"id":5359,"date":"2018-09-10T09:54:13","date_gmt":"2018-09-10T08:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/?p=5359"},"modified":"2026-01-27T18:38:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T17:38:18","slug":"classical-concert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/classical-concert\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I see a classical concert?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/concertssmall2024.jpg\" alt=\"Faces of four classical composers\" class=\"wp-image-68648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/concertssmall2024.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/concertssmall2024-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Vienna has a musical heritage like no other and one that continues today. But where can you find the right classical music concert for your stay? Here are my tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Book a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/concerts-opera-vienna-tickets-l206741\/?partner=visitingvienna&amp;tq_campaign=LG_ConcertsPage\" rel=\"sponsored\">classical concert experience<\/a>* for your trip<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See also:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/classical-concert-dress-code\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"75082\">Local dress codes for classical concerts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/christmas-concert-listings\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6330\">Christmas concerts<\/a> in Vienna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/evening\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"71635\">Evening activities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/shows-and-musicals\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"84036\">Shows &amp; musicals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Jump to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#mozart-strauss-concerts\">Mozart, Strauss &amp; light classical concerts<\/a> for visitors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#annual-concerts\">Christmas &amp; special concerts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#musicfood\">Music &amp; dinner<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#traditional-concert-houses\">Traditional concert houses<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#church\">Historical church venues<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#churches-other-concert-venues\">Other concert venues<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#classical-music-festivals\">Classical music festivals<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#other-alternatives\">Other alternatives<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mozart-strauss-concerts\">Light Classical Concerts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/karlskirchenight.jpg\" alt=\"Karlskirche at night\" class=\"wp-image-43321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/karlskirchenight.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/karlskirchenight-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(The Karlskirche <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/vivaldi-concert-karlskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"74311\">church and venue<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My tip: Classic Ensemble Vienna<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/peterskirche.jpg\" alt=\"Peterskirche dome, Vienna\" class=\"wp-image-3089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/peterskirche.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/peterskirche-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>18th-century Baroque ambience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light classical music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easily reached in the centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent acoustics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hosted in the Peterskirche church\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/peterskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3039\">Venue details<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/peterskirche\/#concerts-visitor-ticket-tips\">Ticket details<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/classic-ensemble-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"61093\">My concert review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Special mentions<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The &#8220;Highlights&#8221; concert by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/wiener-klassik-ensemble\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"85663\">Wiener Klassik Ensemble<\/a> in the Haus der Musik. Relatively inexpensive, too<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/musikverein\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5593\">Vienna Mozart Orchestra<\/a>, as they play in one of the world&#8217;s greatest concert venues: the Musikverein<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Several orchestras and ensembles provide a short evening of concert entertainment in a historical ambience specifically for those on a trip to Vienna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These concerts typically feature light classical music covering the better-known works of Mozart, Strauss (II) and\/or other composers connected to the city (we have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/famous-people\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1666\">a lot<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check these particularly popular venues (and should you worry about what clothes are appropriate, I have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/classical-concert-dress-code\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"75082\">some advice<\/a> for you, which can be summarised as &#8220;smart casual&#8221;)&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"schonbrunn-orangery\">Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace Orangery<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/schoenbrunnsmall.jpg\" alt=\"Front of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace\" class=\"wp-image-8853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/schoenbrunnsmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/schoenbrunnsmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Playing a little music at home means something quite different when you&#8217;re an Emperor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Joseph II, for example, it meant inviting Mozart to perform a new piece in the Orangery of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace. Public concerts continue that tradition today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: has package options which may include dinner and\/or a tour or a Christmas market combo for winter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/schonbrunn-classical-concerts\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5608\">Visitor &amp; concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bosendorfer-saal\">Mozarthaus<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/boesendorfersaalsmall.jpg\" alt=\"Entrance to the Boesendorfersaal\" class=\"wp-image-41249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/boesendorfersaalsmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/boesendorfersaalsmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A vaulted venue lies within the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/footsteps\/mozarthaus\/\">Mozarthaus<\/a>, a museum dedicated to Mozart in one of his former homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular concerts there include, for example, regular performances by the Wiener Ensemble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: hear music composed by Mozart in the same building; concert tickets typically include museum entrance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/bosendorfer-saal\/\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"karlskirche\">Karlskirche church<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/karlskirchesmall.jpg\" alt=\"Karlskirche pillar\" class=\"wp-image-22150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/karlskirchesmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/karlskirchesmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This huge and famous baroque church with a magnificent interior provides a few unexpected delights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One is a panorama terrace that offers views across the park and beyond into central Vienna. Another is magnificent performances of Vivaldi&#8217;s <em>The Four Seasons<\/em>. I found the concert mesmerising; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/vivaldi-concert-karlskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"74311\">read my review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: top ensemble, outstanding ambience, inexpensive seating options available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/karlskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"22144\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Haus der Musik<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/hausdermusiksmall.jpg\" alt=\"Part of a violin\" class=\"wp-image-42268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/hausdermusiksmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/hausdermusiksmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The location itself is a museum of sound with a strong focus on classical music and the Viennese composers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Up in a small concert room with, obviously, excellent acoustics, the Wiener Klassik Ensemble perform a veritable highlight programme of recognisable works by Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Strauss and Schubert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: very central, accessible choice of pieces, relatively inexpensive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/wiener-klassik-ensemble\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"85663\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Annakirche church<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/annakirchesmall.jpg\" alt=\"Portal decor at the Annakirche\" class=\"wp-image-27660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/annakirchesmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/annakirchesmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A church with an exquisite baroque interior and regular concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Classic Exclusive<\/em> series, for example, features works by those composers traditionally associated with Vienna, such as Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: very central, relatively inexpensive for Vienna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/annakirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"27656\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Old Stock Exchange<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/alteboersesmall.jpg\" alt=\"View of part of the front of the Alte Boerse\" class=\"wp-image-69241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/alteboersesmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/alteboersesmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This neorenaissance 1877 palais once housed the Austrian stock exchange; its central hall is suitably decorative as a reflection of the prestige of the financial business that once went on there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That same hall has turned quotes and transactions to quavers and tremolos as a concert home for the Wiener Residenz Orchestra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: central, top acoustics, large hall bound by columns and arches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/alte-borse\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"69243\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Musikverein<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/musikverein_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"Musikverein building\" class=\"wp-image-5624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/musikverein_thumb.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/musikverein_thumb-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Actually the city&#8217;s most prestigious classical venue, but also used for &#8220;visitor-friendly&#8221; performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vienna Mozart Orchestra, for example, uses the ambience and acoustics of this 19th-century building to deliver a &#8220;best of&#8221; Mozart while dressed in period attire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: one of the world&#8217;s best venues, options often include a full VIP experience with carriage ride (!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/musikverein\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5593\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Palais Auersperg<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/auerspergsmall.jpg\" alt=\"Young Mozart\" class=\"wp-image-20133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/auerspergsmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/auerspergsmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A baroque palais dating back to 1710 that has its own rich musical history involving the likes of Mozart and Gluck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now a regular venue for Imperial Gala performances of classical music with singing and ballet too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus:<\/strong> central, includes an option for dinner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/palais-auersperg\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5985\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div align=\"center\"><em>Ad:<\/em><br><\/div><div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"horizontal\" data-content-type=\"product\" data-content-ids=\"1008299,1029872\" data-partner=\"visitingvienna\" data-tq-campaign=\"DA_Concerts1\"><\/div><script defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"peterskirche-church\">Peterskirche church<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/peterskirche.jpg\" alt=\"Peterskirche dome, Vienna\" class=\"wp-image-3089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/peterskirche.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/peterskirche-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The astonishing baroque ornamentation of the Peterskirche offers a gorgeous setting for a classical music concert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Classic Ensemble Vienna<\/em> performs within regularly and I thoroughly enjoyed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/classic-ensemble-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"61093\">my experience with a friend<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: right in the middle of town so easy to reach, inexpensive seats available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/peterskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3039\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Capuchin church<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/churchfresco.jpg\" alt=\"Kaisergruft frescoes\" class=\"wp-image-17007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/churchfresco.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/churchfresco-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Kapuzinerkirche or Capuchin church is best known for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/kapuzinergruft\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"245\">crypt below<\/a>, which contains the sarcophagi and coffins of dozens of Habsburg monarchs and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the church also hosts light classical music by the Wiener Kaiserquartett ensemble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: very central, intimate size and an imperial connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/kapuzinerkirche-capuchin-church\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"75265\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">House of Strauss<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/houseofstrausslogo.jpg\" alt=\"House of Strauss logo\" class=\"wp-image-68507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/houseofstrausslogo.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/houseofstrausslogo-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 19th-century Casino Z\u00f6gernitz used to host balls and musical entertainments back in the heyday of the waltz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fully-refurbished palais reopened in 2023 as the House of Strauss with an interactive museum, restaurant, and regular performances in the original concert hall by the Wiener Orchester in period uniforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: historically authentic (Strauss played there regularly), quiet part of town<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/footsteps\/house-strauss-casino-zogernitz\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"68512\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"deutschordenshaus\">Deutschordenshaus (&#8220;Mozart house&#8221;)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ordenshaus_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"Sign outside Deutschordenshaus\" class=\"wp-image-6319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ordenshaus_thumb.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ordenshaus_thumb-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Sala Terrena room of the Teutonic Order hosts classical concerts by the <em>Mozart Ensemble Vienna<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mozart himself once lived in this ecclesiastical complex while employed by the Archbishop of Salzburg. And Brahms also stayed there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: very central, notably historical venue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/deutschordenshaus\/\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"palais-schonborn-batthyany\">Palais Sch\u00f6nborn-Batthy\u00e1ny<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/palaiscoatofarms.jpg\" alt=\"Coat of arms on Palais Sch\u00f6nborn\" class=\"wp-image-22862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/palaiscoatofarms.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/palaiscoatofarms-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Another Baroque townhouse, once the home of Count Batthy\u00e1ny and built by the same architect responsible for Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Vienna Baroque Orchestra<\/em> holds regular concerts there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: central location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/palais-schonborn-batthyany\/\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-kursalon\">The Kursalon<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/kursalonthumb.jpg\" alt=\"Kursalon thumbnail\" class=\"wp-image-5515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/kursalonthumb.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/kursalonthumb-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Renaissance-style Kursalon hosted waltzes back when they were the new music craze sweeping the <del>nation<\/del> empire. It revisits that history with evening concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the opportunity to grab a photo with the famous golden statue of Strauss outside (he used to perform at the Kursalon).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Concerts paused at least temporarily while the building undergoes extensive renovation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/kursalon\/\">Visitor info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Palais Eschenbach<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/eschenbachsmall.jpg\" alt=\"Wrought iron gate\" class=\"wp-image-67362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/eschenbachsmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/eschenbachsmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;d expect architects to build a rather fine looking home for their association. Which is why 19th-century Palais Eschenbach has a lovely ceremonial hall (two actually, since this is a double building).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An ensemble orchestra, singers and ballet dancers now use those same locations for a mix of music and song from the more famous members of Vienna&#8217;s historical composer walk of fame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: highly-rated, central but away from the crowds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/palais-eschenbach\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"70392\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minoritenkirche<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/minoritenplatz.jpg\" alt=\"Minoriten Platz sign\" class=\"wp-image-21029\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/minoritenplatz.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/minoritenplatz-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The central and gothic Minoritenkirche typically has a changing repertoire of concerts throughout the year that intensifies during the Advent period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The location is also particularly well-known for the gospel performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bonus<\/strong>: extremely central and mixed programme lets you pick and choose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/minoritenkirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"21026\">Visitor and concert info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>(And if all that&#8217;s not enough, simply keep your eye open for concert flyers, posters, and pop-up sales booths when in town.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"annual-concerts\">Christmas &amp; special concerts<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/rathausmarketentrance.jpg\" alt=\"Arch of lights at the Rathausplatz market\" class=\"wp-image-46083\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/rathausmarketentrance.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/rathausmarketentrance-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(Entrance of the city&#8217;s main Christmas market. You might catch a brass band, there)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Advent period sees special classical music events appear throughout the city. This includes the traditional <em>Christmas in Vienna<\/em> concert at the Konzerthaus. See my curated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/christmas-concert-listings\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6330\">Christmas concert listings<\/a> for details of your main Christmas options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And a few annual events give you the chance to catch a world-class orchestra in a lovely setting (sometimes for free). Try, for example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/new-years-concert\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6308\">New Year&#8217;s Concert<\/a>: the Wiener Philharmoniker&#8217;s famous 3-day residency in the Musikverein with the January 1st concert broadcast around the globe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/summer-night-concert\/\">Summer Night Concert<\/a>: a free concert held in the sculpted gardens of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace by none other than the Wiener Philharmoniker orchestra again. I&#8217;ve been and had a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/sommernachtskonzert\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"48131\">wonderful time<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/festival-of-joy\/\">Festival of Joy<\/a>: a free May concert with the Wiener Symphoniker orchestra. Held on Heldenplatz square to commemorate the fall of fascism in WWII and remember the victims<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Wiener Symphoniker orchestra holds regular concerts that take them to unusual locations, such as the annual Prater picnic at the end of the school year, an advent concert in Stephansdom cathedral, or chamber music in the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Check their concert <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wienersymphoniker.at\/kalender\">calendar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"musicfood\">Music and food<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/hotelimperialnight.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Imperial and Christmas lights\" class=\"wp-image-42673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/hotelimperialnight.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/hotelimperialnight-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(The Mozart Orchestra offer one option with dinner at Restaurant OPUS in Hotel Imperial)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given Vienna has one or two restaurants, you can, of course, make your own food choices around your concert tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, various ensemble or orchestral performances include an optional upgrade to add some gastronomic pleasure to the evening experience (as sometimes mentioned in the first section above). For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Performances by the Mozart Orchestra <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/musikverein\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5593\">at the Musikverein<\/a> typically include options for dinner at a rather prestigious location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ditto for the Imperial Gala performances at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/palais-auersperg\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5985\">Palais Auersperg<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Mirage Theater has an international <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/vienna-attractions-c60335\/tickets-for-strauss-dinner-concert-at-mirage-theater-in-prater-p1084652\/?partner=visitingvienna&amp;tq_campaign=LG_ConcertsPage\" rel=\"sponsored\">Strauss dinner show<\/a>* with a multi-course menu to a background of live music featuring famous Strauss compositions along with entertainment interludes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And there&#8217;s more&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/footsteps\/house-strauss-casino-zogernitz\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"68512\">House of Strauss<\/a> has its own restaurant in the 19th-century building a mere vestibule away from the historical concert hall that hosts performances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/schonbrunn-classical-concerts\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5608\">Sch\u00f6nbrunn palace concerts<\/a> in the orangery usually have various packages that often include, for example, dinner. During the Advent season, expect to find a package with food &amp; drink vouchers for the nearby Christmas market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A special mention for opera productions at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/opera\/theater-wien\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"18961\">Theater an der Wien<\/a>. The opera house sits opposite the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/shopping\/markets\/naschmarkt\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1225\">Naschmarkt<\/a> open-air market, which has numerous bars and restaurants along its market aisles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>And one for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/opera\/staatsoper\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1071\">State Opera House<\/a>, since a notable sausage stand (Bitzinger) is round the back and the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/eatingdrinking\/cafespubsbars\/gerstner-palais-todesco\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"81841\">Gerstner caf\u00e9, confectionery and restaurant<\/a> is over the road in Palais Todesco<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div align=\"center\"><em>Ad:<\/em><br><\/div><div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"horizontal\" data-slug-ids=\"exp206741,exp238032\" data-partner=\"visitingvienna\" data-tq-campaign=\"DA_ConcTour\"><\/div><script defer src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"traditional-concert-houses\">Traditional concert houses<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/musikvereinkarlskirche.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Musikverein and Karlskirche\" class=\"wp-image-42835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/musikvereinkarlskirche.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/musikvereinkarlskirche-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(The Musikverein with the Karlskirche church in the distance)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a more &#8220;local&#8221; experience in one of the concert halls with a programme that changes daily, then Vienna offers, for example, two of the planet&#8217;s greatest venues featuring world-class performers from around the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-musikverein\">The Musikverein<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/musikverein_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"Musikverein building\" class=\"wp-image-5624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/musikverein_thumb.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/musikverein_thumb-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Possibly (probably) the best classical music venue in the world with its great Golden Hall, Brahms Hall, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Names like Mahler and the aforementioned Brahms are intimately associated with this 1870 building that also provides a home for the renowned Wiener Philharmoniker orchestra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/musikverein\/\">Visitor and concert tickets info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-konzerthaus\">The Konzerthaus<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/kh_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"Konzerthaus Plaque\" class=\"wp-image-5650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/kh_thumb.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/kh_thumb-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Another internationally-recognised top venue for classical concerts, the Konzerthaus repertoire also features jazz, world music and various other genres of musical endeavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 1913 building has four concert halls, hosting hundreds of events from September to June.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/konzerthaus\/\">Visitor and concert tickets info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"opera\">Opera<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/operahousesmall.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/operahousesmall.jpg\" alt=\"Stage door to the opera house\" class=\"wp-image-18939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/operahousesmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/operahousesmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget the opera houses. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/opera\/when-is-the-opera-season\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"19354\">season<\/a> runs from September through to late June or early July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vienna has three main venues for opera and operettas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/opera\/staatsoper\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1071\">Staatsoper<\/a>: the most famous with a different opera each day and an orchestra drawn from the Wiener Philharmoniker. The State Opera House also hosts performances by the national ballet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/opera\/volksoper\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1083\">Volksoper<\/a>: particularly good for operettas and the occasional musical, too<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/opera\/theater-wien\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"18961\">Theater an der Wien<\/a>: the oldest of the three venues, established by the man who wrote the libretto to <em>The Magic Flute<\/em>, and where Beethoven premiered <em>Fidelio<\/em> and three symphonies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"church\">Historical church venues<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stephansdomsouthtower.jpg\" alt=\"View of Stephansdom and south tower\" class=\"wp-image-42836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stephansdomsouthtower.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stephansdomsouthtower-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(Stephansdom cathedral offers a suitably Gothic and resonant atmosphere for classical concerts)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/churches\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"28720\">churches<\/a>, look out for recitals and similar there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I already mentioned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/karlskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"22144\">Karlskirche<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/annakirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"27656\">Annakirche<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/kapuzinerkirche-capuchin-church\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"75265\">Kapuzinerkirche<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/minoritenkirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"21026\">Minoritenkirche<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/peterskirche\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3039\">Peterskirche<\/a> above for their light classical ensembles and other performances<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All these churches and other central places of worship usually have a special programme of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/christmas-concert-listings\/\">advent concerts<\/a> during the weeks leading up to Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stephansdom cathedral<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stephansdomsmall.jpg\" alt=\"Stephansdom west entrance\" class=\"wp-image-43623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stephansdomsmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/stephansdomsmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/stefansdom\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"294\">mighty cathedral<\/a> has started offering concerts that combine good music with the lovely evening ambience of a gothic giant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I enjoyed an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/stephansdom-organ-concerts\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"71451\">organ recital<\/a> there, for example. Vivaldi&#8217;s <em>The Four Seasons<\/em> is a regular. And the cathedral ramps up the schedule <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/christmas-concert-listings\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6330\">for the Christmas season<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hofburgkapelle<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hofburgkapellesmall.jpg\" alt=\"Entrance sign for the Hofburgkapelle\" class=\"wp-image-57094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hofburgkapellesmall.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/hofburgkapellesmall-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Another tip is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/sights\/winter-palace\/hofburgkapelle\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"57099\">Hofburgkapelle<\/a>, whose Sunday Holy Mass services include church music provided by one of Vienna&#8217;s most prestigious, yet relatively unknown, musical institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/culture\/wiener-hofmusikkapelle\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"57096\">Wiener Hofmusikkapelle<\/a> (Imperial Court Music Ensemble) dates back to 1498 and draws its members from the Vienna Boys&#8217; Choir, the Wiener Philharmoniker, and similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"churches-other-concert-venues\">Other concert venues<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/boyschoiraugartenpalais.jpg\" alt=\"Augartenpalais around 1890\" class=\"wp-image-74676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/boyschoiraugartenpalais.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/boyschoiraugartenpalais-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(The Augartenpalais home to the Vienna Boys&#8217; Choir, photographed by Martin Gerlach sen. around 1890; Wien Museum Inv.-Nr. 229367; excerpt reproduced with permission under the terms of the CC0 licence)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-vienna-boys-choir\">The Vienna Boys&#8217; Choir<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wienersaengerknaben.at\/en\/dates\">Wiener S\u00e4ngerknaben<\/a> or Vienna Boys&#8217; Choir mentioned above often perform around Vienna and have their own home, too; their <a href=\"https:\/\/muth.at\/\">MuTh<\/a> venue also puts on concerts and plays involving other performers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fever Candlelight Concerts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fever specialise in transforming modern music genres into a classical format with performances in historical venues lit by hundreds of candles. An example might be Adele in Palais Coburg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I saw a <em>Best of Bridgerton<\/em> concert in the Albertina art museum, and you can read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/candlelight-concerts\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"75858\">my review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Concentus21<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the professional scene gets all the plaudits and coverage in Vienna, the city has a strong tradition of amateur productions and players bringing the joys of classical music to audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One notable example is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.concentus21.at\/\">Concentus21 amateur orchestra<\/a>, which rehearses in, for example, the undercroft of the Canisiuskirche church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"take-5\">Take 5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vereintake5.wien\/\">Take 5 association<\/a> enables a range of cultural events with international performers, including many classical concerts. Entrance is usually free (though you can &#8211; and probably should &#8211; make a donation).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=\"center\"><em>Ad:<\/em><br><\/div><div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"horizontal\" data-slug-ids=\"pro1055403,pro1029872\" data-partner=\"visitingvienna\" data-tq-campaign=\"DA_Concerts2\"><\/div><script defer src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"classical-music-festivals\">Classical music festivals<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/amadeusfestival2.jpg\" alt=\"Concert balloons and decoration\" class=\"wp-image-63484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/amadeusfestival2.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/amadeusfestival2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(The Amadeus festival is a relatively new open-air event; photo courtesy of and \u00a9 AMADEUS Festival Vienna)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve just started compiling special festivals around classical music. Check the monthly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/activities\/events-in-vienna\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1658\">event overviews<\/a> for suggestions throughout the year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/wien-modern\/\">Wien Modern<\/a>: a month-long celebration of more avant-garde music, featuring some of the world&#8217;s top contemporary composers and performers. Typically held in late October through November<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/konzerthaus.at\/resonanzen\">Resonanzen<\/a>: January festival at the Konzerthaus celebrating early music. Think Purcell rather than Puccini<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sclfestival.org\/\">Summa Cum Laude<\/a>: international youth music festival in July with a strong classical focus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/amadeus-festival-vienna\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"62990\">AMADEUS Festival Vienna<\/a>: summer classical music festival in the grounds of the former Semmelweis women&#8217;s hospital<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-alternatives\">Other options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"street-performers\">Street performers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last couple of times I&#8217;ve been on the Graben (the pedestrianised street at the heart of the city), I&#8217;ve encountered classical street performers, including a small string ensemble and an opera singer accompanied by the flute. Vienna in a nutshell, really.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"film-festival\">Film festival<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/filmfestivalfoodstalls.jpg\" alt=\"Food stalls at the Rathausplatz\" class=\"wp-image-55401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/filmfestivalfoodstalls.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/filmfestivalfoodstalls-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\">(Part of the gastronomy area)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/events\/rathaus-film-festival\/\">Rathaus film festival<\/a> typically runs from the end of June to the start of September, displaying &#8220;films&#8221; on a giant screen in front of city hall. The area of the square not taken up by seating is turned over to a gastronomic journey through Austrian and international cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What&#8217;s this got to do with classical concerts?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, the reason I say &#8220;films&#8221; (with quotation marks) is because most of the screened entertainment is actually music and a large chunk of that is classical music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One year, for example, the programme included Verdi&#8217;s Requiem, the Concert de Paris by the Orchestre National de France, the Wiener Philharmoniker&#8217;s New Year&#8217;s and Summer Night&#8217;s concerts, numerous operas, and many more of that ilk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And for something different&#8230;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if none of the above tempt you, I have a whole article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitingvienna.com\/entertainment\/evening\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"71635\">things to do in the evening<\/a> in Vienna (other than the obvious visit to a restaurant or bar).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=1BrCYLfHiiy85k0jpzDwlKspb31KiYq4Y\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The city has a musical heritage like no other. 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