John Strauss -(CD)

Author: E.K.
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Publish Date: 2002-02-01
Features: This album introduces the Strauss family, telling about several important periods and achievements in the life of the King of Waltz, Johann Strauss II. The father, who was a composer, conductor, and violinist, was nurtured by Viennese waltz music, making Strauss's childhood full of musical atmosphere. At 19, as a composer and conductor of an orchestra, he began to surpass his father. His touring extended from Paris to England, and then to Russia. In the United States, he conducted an orchestra with a thousand musicians. His waltzes, polkas, marches, and quadrilles became famous all over the world! This book comes with a CD, featuring specially selected musical works for children. Additionally published are: "Bach" (with CD), "Mozart" (CD), and "Schubert" (with CD).