Eduard Strauss was the younger brother of the famous Johann and Josef Strauss, continuing Vienna's waltz tradition into the late 19th century. Mit Dampf showcases Eduard's gift for infectious, danceable melodies within the strict waltz form. His compositions, while perhaps less individually distinctive than his brothers', capture the spirit of Viennese lightness and charm. Conductor Paul Angerer and the Wiener Kammerorchester bring period authenticity and genuine affection to these pieces. The 1988 Intercord recording is warm and natural-sounding. This is perfect music for those wanting to explore the broader Strauss family beyond the ubiquitous Johann. Eduard's waltzes, marches, and polkas are ideal for understanding the sound world that delighted Vienna's concert halls and dance halls. Charming, expertly performed, and a window into 19th-century Viennese musical life.

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