Great Performances, From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2026
PBS WESTERN RESERVE (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):
Thursday, Jan. 1, at 8 PM
Friday, Jan 2, at 1 AM
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Sunday, Jan. 4, at 5 PM
Tuesday, Jan. 6, at 8 PM
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in the Golden Hall of the Musikverein in this beloved annual concert. “Downton Abbey” and “Paddington” star Hugh Bonneville returns as host, visiting scenic locations throughout Vienna that relate to the orchestra’s concert program. Featuring performances by the Vienna State Ballet.
Musical Selections:
- Franz von Suppè – Overture to “The Beautiful Galatea”
- Josephine Weinlich – “Siren Songs” Polka
- Josef Strauss – “Woman’s Dignity” Waltz
- Johann Strauss II – Diplomats’ Polka
- Florence Price – Rainbow Waltz
- Hans Christian Lumbye – Copenhagen Stream Railway Galop
- Johann Strauss II – “Roses from the South” Waltz
- Johann Strauss II – Egyptian March
- Josef Strauss – “Palms of Peace” Waltz
- Philipp Fahrbach – “Circus” Quick Polka
- Johann Strauss II – “The Beautiful Blue Danube” Waltz
- Johann Strauss Sr. – Radetzky March
