Haus der Musik - Das Klangmuseum

Francis International Airport, Broken Family Band and Marko Simsa

The "Long Night of Museums" on 4 October 2008, featuring an unsurpassable programme of music at Haus der Musik, is definitely one for your diary!

More than half a million visitors throughout Austria with Haus der Musik as one of its key attractions. Such was the success of last year's "Long Night of Music", initiated by Austrian national broadcaster ORF. This year's event can be expected to be every bit as popular, with even more locations and special attractions at the Sound Museum in the heart of Vienna's city centre.

Fun for Kids

Marko Simsa and Bernhard Fibich with a new programme -and a few surprises.

Marko Simsa celebrates 20 years of performing on stage while Bernhard Fibich makes his debut at Haus der Musik. From this point onwards we offer a "double-strength" programme of children's events. Each of these "enchanters of children" will appear at least once a month, delighting children and parents alike.

Live on Stage - Music Nights 2008

An overview of the autumn programme featuring top performers Richard McGraw, The Billy Rubin Trio, Robert Rotifer and Mika Vember & Martin Klein.

"Live on Stage" has already become something of an institution at Haus der Musik. High-quality performances by exponents of all the latest musical trends, including numerous Vienna debuts - all free of charge for holders of Member Cards. And at just 10 euros per ticket, non-members can also enjoy some great music at a very reasonable price.

The list of artists performing in this series of thrilling evening concerts (organised once more in collaboration with the Vienna Songwriting Association) promises both quality and originality:

From Netnakisum to Garish

Live on stage concerts at Haus der Musik

Haus der Musik brings you subtle wordplay, provocative costumes and an abundance of creativity from Netnakisum and a contrast between subtlety and pandemonium from Austrian band Garish. Two insider's tips - holders of Haus der Musik members' cards can get in for free.

Live on stage: Garish

Poetry in August

According to German online magazine "Laut", Garish's songs, for which still, sensitive poetry singer Thomas Jarmer is responsible, "veer indulgently between melodic pop hymns, crashing guitars and bombastic orchestral textures. It's all rather reserved, in a British way, but with an unexpected rock 'n' roll beat." Garish's live act involves instruments such as the banjo, the double bass and the glockenspiel and willingly dispenses with the customary stacks of amplifiers from time to time.

20 years of Marko Simsa

An anniversary programme at Haus der Musik. Experience something fantastic and astonishing!

Marko Simsa, the darling of Haus der Musik's young and young-at-heart fans, has put together a "best of" programme incorporating the best stories and the best musicians that have accompanied him in the past - plus a sprinkling of surprises. Make a note of this exciting date now: 26 September 2008, 4 p.m.

"Your Humble Servant, Teddy Bear"

A new star in children's music: Bernhard Fibich

Bernhard Fibich is performing at Haus der Musik on 16.09.2008. From now on, this well-known and well-loved children's singer-songwriter will feature regularly in the Sound Museum's programme of events, representing an additional attraction for children. Gschamster Diener, Teddybär (Your Humble Servant, Teddy Bear) is the title of Bernard Fibich's latest collection of songs, which has been awarded a golden CD.

Beethoven Re:Loaded

A reinterpretation for the 21st century

"There's something in the air. We daydream as the ground is taken from under our feet. Stefan Obermaier's take on Beethoven reveals a world between midnight and sunrise, between downfall and resurrection. Old Europe meets the new world and nothing is as it seems."

The man who brings harmony to the world

Maestro Zubin Mehta in discussion with Dr. Clemens Hellsberg on 20th June 2008

He's one of the most famous conductors in the world.  An honorary member of the Vienna State Opera, of which he was Music Director from 1998 to 2006; an honorary member of the Society of Friends of Music in Vienna; holder of the Order of Maximilian and of the Lifetime Achievement Peace and Tolerance Award of the United Nations.

From Agnes Milewski to Zubin Mehta

The highlights of the programme in June 2008 

The ultimate top event in June 2008 is the Artist Conversation with Dr Clemens Hellsberg and Zubin Mehta, but the other events also speak for themselves: Marko Simsa invites you to "Vivaldi for Children" on 20th June (the same day as the Artist Conversation) and during the summer months the Wiener Ferienspiel holiday playscheme is also visiting the Haus der Musik, offering children and grown-ups alike the opportunity to make and hear music.