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Quintessential Classics

Quintessential Classics: April 17th, 2026

In this final broadcast of the school year, enjoy a selection of some of the greatest waltzes by Johann Strauss II, performed by the Berlin Philharmonic and Vienna Philharmonic, in honor of prom season, as these magnificent waltzes are what would have been played at the grand balls of the past, much akin to modern proms and other formal dances. The broadcast concludes with a majestic rendition of Sir Edward Elgar’s Pomp and Circumstance March No. 4 in G, fitting for a grand royal procession or graduation ceremony.

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Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald, Op. 325

Johann Strauss II

Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald, Op. 325

2

Morgenblätter, Op.279

Johann Strauss II

Morgenblätter, Op.279

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Rosen aus dem Süden, Op. 388

Johann Strauss II

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Kaiser-Walzer (Emperor Waltz), Op. 437

Johann Strauss II

Kaiser-Walzer (Emperor Waltz), Op. 437

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"Pomp and Circumstance," Op.39: March, No.4 in G

Edward Elgar

"Pomp and Circumstance," Op.39: March, No.4 in G