Johann Strauss II was born today in 1825. Remembered as "The Waltz King," Strauss II was the foremost composer of light music during his time. He wrote over 500 waltzes, polkas, and operettas.
For an in depth look at Strauss' life and works, check out his profile on the Informusic app. Don't you want to know why his brother Eduard destroyed a handful of Johann's music in a furnace in 1907?
Happy Birthday, Johann!
For an in depth look at Strauss' life and works, check out his profile on the Informusic app. Don't you want to know why his brother Eduard destroyed a handful of Johann's music in a furnace in 1907?
Happy Birthday, Johann!