Immerse yourself in the vibrant and lively world of Josef Strauss with his captivating album, "STRAUSS, Josef: Edition - Vol. 18." Released in 1999 under the Marco-Polo label, this collection is a delightful journey through the polka genre, showcasing Strauss's mastery and innovation. The album features 11 tracks, each a testament to Strauss's compositional brilliance, with pieces like "Armee-Marsch," "Gurli-Polka," and "Im Fluge" highlighting his ability to blend rhythm, melody, and emotion. Performed by the Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Karl Albert Geyer, the album captures the essence of Strauss's music with precision and passion. Spanning 57 minutes, this album is a celebration of Strauss's enduring legacy, offering a rich and engaging listening experience that showcases the timeless appeal of his polka compositions.
1999 Marco-Polo1999 Marco-Polo
Tracks
Armee, Op. 24: Armee-Marsch, Op. 24Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Die Ersten nach den Letzten, Op. 12: Die Ersten nach den Letzten, Walzer, Op. 12Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Sturm, Op. 3: Sturm-Quadrille, Op. 3Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Gurli, Op. 78: Gurli-Polka, Op. 78Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Brennende Liebe, Op. 129: Brennende Liebe, Polka Mazur, Op. 129Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Normen, Op. 139: Normen, Walzer, Op. 139Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Rudolfsheimer, Op. 152: Rudolfsheimer-Polka, Op. 152Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Die Libelle, Op. 204Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Aquarellen, Op. 258Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Colosseum, Op. 175: Colosseum-Quadrille, Op. 175Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
Im Fluge, Op. 230: Im Fluge, Polka (schnell), Op. 230Josef Strauss, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Karl Albert Geyer
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