Johann Strauss II Flashcards
What era is Strauss from?
The Romantic era.
What country is Strauss from?
Austria.
Johann Strauss II was an Austrian composer of Viennese waltzes and was hence known…
as the Waltz King.
About how many dance pieces did Strauss write?
Almost 500.
What piece of his is considered the epitome of the opera?
Die Fledermaus.
How did Johann’s father feel about his music career?
Johann’s father didn’t want him to be a musician.
What attitude did Johann and his father have towards each other?
They saw each other as rivals.
How big was the demand for Johann’s music?
The demand for Johann’s services was so great he had to have 3-4 orchestras stationed around the city, and he dashed around from orchestra to orchestra every night.
Who were Johann’s brothers?
Josef and Eduard.
Johann remained the…
mainstay of the Strauss waltz industry.
What was Johann inspired by?
Career groups.
What else did Johann name his works for?
He named some pieces for geographical areas.
What did Johann die of?
Pneumonia.
Name his notable works?
Blue Danube Waltz, Tritsch-Tratsch Polka, and Die Fledermaus Overture
