Vivaldi's The Four Seasons in the Karlskirche Vienna - All information
Listen to Antonio Vivaldi’s most famous work, “The 4 Seasons”, performed by the ORCHESTER 1756 (on baroque instruments) and the soloists of the Salzburg Concert Society. The Karlskirche, a historic jewel of the city of Vienna, provides the perfect setting for this musical experience.
What makes the VIVALDI | The 4 Seasons. Concerts special?
The Vivaldi The 4 Seasons concerts in St. Charles Church offer a unique experience that is enhanced by the extraordinary historical atmosphere of St. Charles Church. Built as a memorial against Vienna’s great plague epidemic and one of the city’s most impressive baroque buildings, St. Charles Church is now a lively center for classical concerts.
In this magnificent setting, Vivaldi’s masterpieces are performed on period instruments by the 1756 Orchestra, which specializes in authentic performance practice. The combination of Vivaldi’s music, the impressive architecture of the Karlskirche and the historic concert ambience creates an unforgettable experience that transports visitors directly back to the composer’s time.
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The program changes at every concert, but there are always a few “highlights” performed. For example, the “Danube Waltz” by Johann Strauss, the “Polka Francaise” by Josef Strauss or arias from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Magic Flute“.
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in St. Charles Church lasts 65 to 75 minutes without an intermission
Built in 1737, Vienna’s Karlskirche is one of the most impressive buildings in the world.and one of the most important churches north of the Alps. Antonio Vivaldi was buried here. The Karlskirche has since become a center for historical performances of works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Vivaldi.
Please note that admission to concerts in the Karlskirche is only permitted from the age of 6.
Like most historic concert venues in Vienna, the Karlskirche does not have numbered seats. There are free seats within the category. The box office opens 30 minutes before the concert begins. We recommend being on time.
There is no dress code, but please respect the church.
Orchestra 1756 will perform The Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi with 11 musicians on historical baroque instruments.
Full refunds are possible up to one week before the day of the concert. After that, a cancellation fee of 50% will be charged. All cancelations must be made in writing.
Unfortunately, Karlskirche is not barrier-free. There are 12 steps, but the evening staff are always happy to help. Please let us know if you need assistance.
Tickets for Vivaldi's The Four Seasons in the Karlskirche
On the website www.konzert-wien you will find information and tickets for all concerts of Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ in the Karlskirche. Click on the “Dates & Tickets” button to go directly to the schedule. Have fun!
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