Music lovers should on no account miss the world-famous Musikverein on a visit to Vienna. Many know the legendary “Golden Hall” in Vienna’s temple of classical music above all from the annual New Year’s Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic, which is broadcast by all the world’s TV channels.
This imposing Historicist building was constructed in 1870 according to plans by Theophil Hansen. Even back then, the building near the Opernring caused enthusiasm among the population. Because alongside the artful Greek decoration, the acoustics of the complex are unsurpassed worldwide.
The heart of the Musikverein is the great Musikverein Hall, which is also called the “Golden Hall”. The heavenly room acoustics are further enhanced by the visual impressions. While Apollo floats with his muses on the ceiling, graceful antique ladies form the columns of the hall. With great love of detail, the “golden” impression predominates in the hall, which is enveloped in gold all over.
But the Musikverein also has further concert halls worth seeing. Alongside the Golden Hall there are also the Stone, the Glass, the Wooden and the Metal Hall respectively. In these rooms the Musikverein lets its programme flow beyond the classical concerts. Here, highlights from the jazz world as well as children’s and youth concerts and even spoken-word theatre are also given.
But apart from concerts, a guided tour through the Musikverein also has a lot to offer. Because here you can discover the crowning glory of the music city of Vienna in a completely new light. On a guided tour you learn about architectural and historical details and can get a glimpse behind the scenes.
