Vienna Music History Tour

 

Vienna and music are inseparable. The city’s passion for the musical arts has guided and nurtured Western music since the 17th century, and over the centuries, Vienna has attracted the greatest musicians and composers that have ever lived: Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, and dozens upon dozens of others. On this 3-hour private tour with a local expert or historian, we’ll visit sites associated with the major figures of music history, learning how music has shaped Viennese society and tracing the roots of beloved classical music traditions which are still practiced today. We’ll marvel at the exterior of the State Opera, where many an aspiring young singer has dreamed of debuting. Just a few blocks away, we may stop at the Theater Museum, which houses a charming collection of set models and costumes and also contains the grand “Eroica Hall,” named after Beethoven’s Third Symphony. Depending on the day, we may also stop in front of the Theater an der Wien to discuss Vienna's reputation as the seat of opera; the Kunstverein, examining how different institutions are placed in Vienna's cultural canon; or the Mozart House or a former residence of Beethoven, zeroing in on the individuals whose personalities tower over Western music history. Language English Others While you are prepaid for the walk, you are responsible for paying any entrance fees needed while with your docent (these can vary, but are typically around €10 per person). If you are the holder of a Vienna Museum pass, that may be used toward your entry at the Theater Museum (Palais Lobkowitz).