Celebrate 2025 the musical way with the MPO on 18 January 2025
Get ready to welcome the 2025 season with a burst of joy and music with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO). The musicians present a dazzling concert on Saturday, 18 January 2025, at 8:00 PM at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP), KLCC. 
A Strong Start
Led by Resident Conductor Gerard Salonga, this festive performance will pay homage to the legendary Johann Strauss Jr., famously known as “The Waltz King,” bringing the grandeur of Vienna’s musical legacy to the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The concert will open with Die Fledermaus, one of Strauss’ most celebrated operetta overtures.
Full of irresistible melodies, this piece captures the charm and elegance of old Vienna, setting the tone for an evening of lively and amorous compositions. The repertoire also includes several lively polkas, starting with The Champagne Polka. True to its name, this bubbly piece will bring a touch of sparkle to the evening. 
All Sorts Of Music
Thunder and Lightning will add a thrilling contrast, with its dramatic percussion section creating the sound of rolling thunder and flashes of lightning. For a bit of whimsy, Tritsch-Tratsch (meaning “chit-chat”) brings playful energy, possibly inspired by an Austrian burlesque or the gossip of Viennese publications.
The concert’s highlight will be Strauss’ iconic waltzes. Tales from the Vienna Woods is a lush and pastoral composition, evoking the serenity and beauty of the countryside. Voices of Spring, a piece close to Strauss’ heart, will uplift listeners with its fresh, spring-like melodies. And, of course, no Strauss celebration would be complete without The Blue Danube. 
Old School Music
This beloved waltz, written in 1867, continues to captivate audiences with its flowing beauty. Finally, Kaiser-Walzer (Emperor Waltz) adds an air of pomp and majesty, second only to The Blue Danube in its popularity.
Join the MPO for an enchanting evening of Vienna’s finest music at DFP, where the magic of Strauss will transport you to a world of grandeur, beauty, and joy, ensuring you leave radiantly happy after this unforgettable night.
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