Wiener Philharmoniker / Nelsons - Mahler: Symphonie Nr. 8

Performers:

Vienna Philharmonic
Vienna Singverein
Vienna Singing Academy
Vienna Boys' Choir
Jacquelyn Wagner, soprano
Sarah Wegener, soprano
Ying Fang, soprano
Wiebke Lehmkuhl, alto
Tamara Mumford, alto
Benjamin Bruns, tenor
Michael Nagy, baritone
Tareq Nazmi, bass
Andris Nelsons, conductor

Symphony of a thousand
The greatest success the composer ever experienced: the applause lasted twenty minutes at the premiere of Mahler's Eighth, called the »Symphony of a Thousand«, which was applauded by famous contemporaries such as Thomas Mann: a symphony with choirs and soloists, which also combines a Latin hymn with a scene from Goethe's »Faust«.

A monumental work with an outstanding cast
Mahler's symphony will be performed by an exquisite cast at the Wiener Konzerthaus, including Ying Fang, Wiebke Lehmkuhl and Tareq Nazmi. Andris Nelsons conducts the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in three performances of this monumental work.

program

Gustav Mahler
Symphonie Nr. 8 Es-Dur in zwei Sätzen für großes Orchester, acht Solisten, zwei gemischte Chöre und Knabenchor (1906–1907)

Place

Wiener Konzerthaus – A Temple of Music and Culture

The Wiener Konzerthaus is one of Europe's most prestigious concert venues and a cornerstone of Vienna’s vibrant musical scene. Since its opening in 1913, it has stood for musical excellence, stylistic diversity, and artistic innovation. With four magnificent halls – the Great Hall, Mozart Hall, Schubert Hall, and Berio Hall – the Konzerthaus offers exceptional acoustics and accommodates up to 1,865 guests.

From classical music and opera to jazz, world music, and contemporary compositions, the Wiener Konzerthaus is renowned for its diverse programming, featuring both international stars and emerging talents. Alongside the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, world-class orchestras, soloists, and ensembles grace its stage, making it an essential destination for music lovers.

Getting There by Public Transport

The Wiener Konzerthaus is centrally located in the 3rd district and easily accessible by public transport:

Subway:

• U4 Stadtpark station – about a 5-minute walk
• U3/U4 Landstraße (Wien Mitte) station – about a 10-minute walk

Tram:

• Lines 2, 71, D (stop Schwarzenbergplatz) – about a 3-minute walk

Bus:

• Line 4A (stop Schwarzenbergplatz)

Train:

• Wien Mitte/Landstraße (connection to CAT, S-Bahn, and subway) – about a 10-minute walk

With its excellent transport connections, the Wiener Konzerthaus is easily reachable for both locals and international visitors.
Wiener Konzerthaus – A World-Class Musical Experience.

As one of Vienna’s most important cultural institutions, the Wiener Konzerthaus seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, offering unforgettable concerts in one of the world’s most beautiful concert halls.