Vienna: Festive Advent, Christmas and New Year concerts
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Festive concerts in one of Vienna's most artistically significant churches. Works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven, and Haydn come to life in exceptional acoustics. International artists such as Les Orpheistes and the Wiener KammerSymphonie String Quintet present varied programs for Advent, Christmas, and New Year. Upcoming Concert Highlights at Vienna’s Minoritenkirche: Nov 29 & 30 – Advent Concert Svendsen / Dvořák / Mozart / Haydn Wiener Kammersymphonie String Quintet Ola Asdahl Rokkones, Saxophone Dec 4 & 5 – Hommage à Mozart Weber / Mozart Kristina Miller, Piano Karin Bonelli, Flute Ekaterina Frolova, Violin Marta Potulska, Viola Liliana Kehayova, Cello Dec 6 – Fascination Vivaldi Vivaldi Les Orpheistes Orchestra Mario Hossen, Violin, Conductor Liliana Kehayova, Cello Dec 7 & 8 – The Three Tenors: Italian Night Verdi / Puccini / Donizetti / Berlin / Lara... Trio Caruso Liliana Kehayova, Cello Full programs available in the photo gallery.
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Experience festive classical concerts during Advent, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve in the magnificent Minoritenkirche – one of Vienna’s most artistically significant churches. In the heart of the historic Old Town, a musical experience of the highest level awaits you: works by Mozart, Vivaldi, Schubert, and other great masters resound in an atmospheric setting. Renowned ensembles such as Les Orpheistes, the Wiener KammerSymphonie String Quintet, and the Barrucco Consort on historical instruments perform together with internationally acclaimed soloists. The Gothic architecture, outstanding acoustics, and carefully curated programs make this concert series an unforgettable highlight of Vienna’s holiday season. For years, these concerts have delighted both international guests and the local audience. A magical experience for music lovers and a lasting impression of Vienna’s cherished Christmas music tradition.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(6)
We wanted to attend classical music performance while visiting Vienna. The Catholic Church was a beautiful venue, and the all women musicians were truly talented. As this was an advent concert, I would have appreciated hearing some Christmas music incorporated into the program. I believe it would have been a wonderful addition to the performance.
I wanted to do a musical event while in the city of music, Vienna. I chose this Advent concert. It was very slow, with only one of the numbers recognizable to me, an American.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the Advent concert did not meet your expectations. Our programs vary greatly from one event to another, with different themes, ensembles, and interpretations—this is our way of ensuring that each concert is unique rather than a daily repeat. To help guests know what to expect, we provide the full program and list of interpreters in a PDF, which is available in the photo section. We regret that the selection was not what you were looking for on this occasion. If you are still in Vienna, we would be delighted to welcome you to one of our upcoming classical concerts featuring works by Weber and Mozart, performed by—among others—two members of the Philharmonic. We would be very happy to offer you a more enjoyable experience.
A marvellous venue & no doubt a talented bunch of musicians. However, the acoustic set up was so poor that we couldn’t clearly hear the music or narrative. We left after half an hour along with several others. Would not recommend.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that the acoustics did not meet your expectations during this performance. We always strive to offer a high-quality musical experience, and we understand how important clarity of sound is. This particular concert featured rare historical instruments, which naturally produce a softer sound than modern instruments. We aim to present a variety of musical styles and ensembles, and each concert can offer a very different experience. We would love the chance to welcome you back. If you are still in town, we have a Mozart and Weber concert tonight featuring our modern ensemble, and you are warmly invited to join us. We hope we can offer you a much more enjoyable experience.
Excellent concert with a very good music selection. The musicians were great In a great setting a very old church with great paintings.Definitely worth going to reallyglad i booked this one rather any other one.
A beautiful church, fabulous/setting (and warm!), outstanding music/singing, great value as highly talented individuals.
