Strauss Family

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Category Description:

A German/Austrian family of composers famous for their waltzes, polkas and other dance music composed for Viennese high society.

They include
- Johann Strauss the Elder; father (1804-1849); and his sons
- Johann Strauss the Younger (1825–1899);
- Josef Strauss (1827-1870); and
- Eduard Strauss (1835–1916).

  • Johann Strauss Foundation  - Aims to support advanced musical education in Alberta, Canada, and encourage young musicians through scholarships. Includes information about their programs and activities, with contacts and links.
  • The Johann Strauss Society of Great Britain  - Promotes the music of the Strauss Family and its musical contemporaries; includes biographies, discography, details of the annual New Year's Day concerts and other events, and information about membership.
  • The New Year's Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic  - Held annually, and broadcast around the world; includes a history and ticket details.
  • Strauss Festival of Elk Grove  - An annual celebration of the music of the Strauss family in a Californian town. Includes a program, history, and background on Johann Strauss the Younger and his family.
  • Tanz Signale (Dance Signals)  - An annual festival celebrating the music of the Strauss dynasty which takes place in the countries along the Danube; includes a program and archive from previous years, with background on the family and their music.
 
 
 
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