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Delirien Walzer, Op. 212 [arrangement]: Full Orchestra Condensed Score

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Delirien Walzer, Op. 212 [arrangement]: Full Orchestra Condensed Score

Delirien Walzer, Op. 212 [arrangement]: Full Orchestra Condensed Score

By Josef Strauss, ed./arr. by Max Schoenherr

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DELIRIEN WALZER, Op. 212 was composed in 1867 by Josef Strauß (1827-1870) during his thriving period as a composer of Viennese dance-music. The work, edited by Max Schönherr, is orchestrated as a full Viennese-style waltz, and remains firmly rooted in the Golden­ Era Strauss tradition of elegance and subtle harmonic surprise. It has been included regularly in the famed annual Neujahrskonzert der Wiener Philharmoniker ("New Year's Concert") programs, reflecting its enduring popularity in the Viennese repertoire. Notable in modern discography is Schönherr's own recording (Orchester der Wiener Volksoper) which offers a historically informed yet lively reading of the work. Altogether, DELIRIEN WALZER continues to hold a place in concert programming as a charming yet refined example of Josef Strauß's orchestral dance-music craft, bridging the lighter ballroom tradition and serious symphonic quality. Instrumentation: 1+1(Picc).2.2.2: 4.2.3.0: Timp.Perc(2): Hp.Accrdn(Harmonika) Str (9.8.7.6.5 in set): CS (Pno-Cond) in set. Reprint edition.

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Series: Kalmus Orchestra Library
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 8-89-810542-8
ISBN13: 979-889-810-5426
UPC: 605258821607
SKU: 36-A795799
Instrumentation: 1+1(Picc).2.2.2: 4.2.3.0: Timp.Perc(2): Hp.Accrdn(Harmonika) Str (9.8.7.6.5 in set): CS (Pno-Cond) in set

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About the Composer: Josef Strauss

Josef Strauss (1827-1870) was the younger brother of Johann Strauss II and a prolific composer of Viennese waltzes, polkas, and quadrilles during the mid-19th century. Though often overshadowed by his more famous sibling, Josef developed his own distinctive voice, favoring lyrical melodies and refined orchestration that earned him respect as a serious dance-music composer in Vienna's concert halls and ballrooms alike.

Why we love this

This waltz captures the golden-age Viennese craft at its finest: elegant phrasing, harmonic sophistication that never feels heavy-handed, and orchestration that gives every section something interesting to play. Strauß balances accessibility with genuine musical substance, making it an ideal choice for orchestras that want to program something charming without sacrificing artistic weight.

What to expect

Delirien Walzer unfolds with sophisticated charm, its title evoking a kind of delightful madness or intoxication. The piece flows between graceful melodic passages and moments of orchestral shimmer, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and celebratory, grounded in the ballroom yet elevated to concert-hall elegance.

Who it's for

This score suits orchestras with solid fundamentals and reasonable string depth (the part layout assumes a full string section). It works equally well in concert orchestras, university ensembles, and semi-professional groups looking to expand their Viennese repertoire beyond the Strauss II canon.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melodic lines with vocal legato, letting the strings lead while the woodwinds provide warmth; resist the tendency to rush the waltz tempo.
  • Balance the harp and accordion against the string weight; these colors should dance through the texture rather than disappear.
  • Pay close attention to Max Schönherr's editing marks for phrasing and dynamics; his revisions honor Strauss's original intent while clarifying orchestral balance.
  • Bring out the subtle harmonic shifts in the bridge sections that distinguish this from simpler dance pieces; these moments reward careful listening from the audience.

How to use it

Program this alongside other Central European orchestral works for a thematic concert, or use it as a refined lighter moment in a mixed program that might include Brahms or Dvořák. Its presence in the Vienna Philharmonic's New Year's Concert tradition makes it an excellent choice for holiday or gala programming.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining lyrical phrasing across eight-bar phrases in waltz meter
  • Balancing multiple orchestral colors (harp, accordion, strings) within a transparent texture
  • Reading and executing dynamic nuance in a work that relies on subtlety rather than dramatic contrast
  • Coordinating with conductorial gestures that honor the dance tradition while maintaining musical sophistication

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