Johann Strauss II , famously known as "The Waltz King". Composition Year: 1866. Premiere: February 13, 1867, at the Diana-Saal in Vienna. II. Historical Background
Interestingly, the vocal premiere was not an immediate triumph. It wasn't until Strauss performed an orchestral version at the World's Fair in Paris later that year that it became a global sensation. III. Musical Structure Johann Strauss II - Dunarea Albastra
The waltz is structured in a classic Viennese format, consisting of five main waltz sections preceded by an introduction and followed by a coda: Johann Strauss II , famously known as "The Waltz King"
Features a shimmering horn call that evokes the sunrise over the river. Johann Strauss II