Eduard Strauss
Composer and conductor of waltzes
Born
March 15th, 1835
189 years ago
Died
December 28th, 1916
108 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Austria
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Born in 1835, a composer and conductor from Austria, primarily associated with the genre of waltz music. Contributed significantly to the family tradition of waltz composition established by Johann Strauss I and Johann Strauss II. Conducted the Strauss orchestras in numerous performances throughout Europe. Composed several popular waltzes and polkas, solidifying a reputation within the genre. Held a prominent position in the Viennese music scene.
Composed waltzes such as 'The Blue Danube'
Conducted the famous Vienna Philharmonic
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