Antonio Vivaldi 4 Seasons Karlskirche
Antonio Vivaldi 4 Seasons Karlskirche
4.5
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM
Monday
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM
Friday
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM
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Vivaldi died in Vienna on July 28th 1741. He was buried just a few meters from Charles Church at "Spitaler God's Acre". 12 musicians are playing on period instruments and with harpsichord.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Neighborhood: Wieden
The fourth district combines elegant tradition with contemporary style and relaxed living. More than a dozen town palaces and churches such as St. Charles Borromeo have added glamour to a neighborhood known for its traditional retail and crafts shops, taverns, cafés. Wieden is also home to Naschmarkt, Vienna’s largest street market. Many bohemian types have found their way to Wieden: meet them in trendy cafés and bars, shop alongside them for vintage items, enjoy Wien Museum’s and Kunsthalle’s modern temporary exhibitions, and hang out with the bees at Vienna’s most beautiful urban garden, Karlsgarten.
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dylanmagill1
Ballymena, UK107 contributions
Aug 2022
This is definitely worth doing. The Karlskirche itself is remarkably beautiful, enhancing the incredible music from the marvelously talented musicians. This is an excellent cheaper alternative to the Mozart experience.
The only negative aspect is that the programme for some reason is not included in the admission price. You are required to pay an extra few euros in order to get one.
The only negative aspect is that the programme for some reason is not included in the admission price. You are required to pay an extra few euros in order to get one.
Written September 11, 2022
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Daryl Thome
California39 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
A beautiful setting, for a spectacular evening of music. The lead violinist played passionately, without sheet music and was very entertaining to watch. The string ensemble supported the lead violinist and they were superb. The excellent acoustics of the church made it even better. The energy was high and the audience very engaged leading to multiple encores. We did pay for seats up close, which we would do again. Highly recommended.
Written June 14, 2024
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TRL1966
8 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
A wonderfully played concert with historical instruments in an impressive church. The instruments had to be retuned after each movement, but that did not detract from this great concert. The musicians didn't just play, they lived this music. I have rarely heard such a lastingly impressive concert!! It's worth it!!! I sat in the front row on August 16, 2023 and had wonderful acoustics.
Written August 30, 2023
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Arf B
Vancouver, Canada20 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
We went on Christmas Eve thinking this would be a beautiful way to start our Christmas. We went early and lined up 45 minutes prior to start time. We’re among the first to enter and after multiple checks of our tickets (and following placement of signs) sat at what we were told was the first row in 2nd section. Imagine our surprise when we were asked to move 10 minutes before the start, after the church had filled up, because we were seated in last row of section 1. No consideration given to the fact that mistake was made by the ushers, no consideration given to fact that we had come early and waited in the cold. No gesture of good will. Instead we were threatened with removal if we did not move immediately. I can only imagine how Jesus must be feeling watching callous behaviour unfolding in his house on the eve of his coming. Totally ruined the evening for us.
Written December 24, 2022
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Hocico
Frankfurt, Germany25,817 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
I always find the Karlskirche a very nice place for concerts - the ensemble was also very good, but I wasn't so impressed with the interpretation. And the first violin would have benefited from a bit more team player qualities. But hopefully that will be better next time.
Written January 26, 2024
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Yaron S
30 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
This is s freezing freezing experience in December.
The church is not heated at 3,° C ? This is totally un reasonable.
They do provide thin blankets that do not help much. There is no WC available inside
You are requested to take your hat off ( church after all) this is completely un reasonable
The church is not heated at 3,° C ? This is totally un reasonable.
They do provide thin blankets that do not help much. There is no WC available inside
You are requested to take your hat off ( church after all) this is completely un reasonable
Written December 1, 2024
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Weagles
York, Australia37 contributions
Apr 2018
My husband and I have just walked back to our hotel after attending the concert performed by Orchestra 1756 on Baroque instruments. We had been a little concerned about the quality of the performance as it is just one of so many nightly performances touted around Vienna. However, the quality of the musicians is top class, especially the young woman playing the recorders who gave a virtuoso performance in several of the movements. We had paid to have numbered seats and it was so worth the additional cost. The setting inside the church is sublime but I do wonder if those at the back of the church (and it was packed out) would have been able to properly hear the full sound of this marvellous small orchestra. Tonight was the highlight of our one week stay in Vienna.
Written April 20, 2018
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LarryJ917
Issaquah, WA720 contributions
Apr 2018
The church has excellent acoustics and both the orchestra and choir are quite good. The concert we saw lasted just an hour but was excellent. Seating is open, so some people lined up an hour before the doors opened, although we didn't and still got good seats in our category. Audience was respectful and observed rules against photos during the performance. unlike some other Vienna performances. Good choice if you don't have or don't want to spend a lot of time. Seating is a bit uncomfortable,
Written April 29, 2018
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Adele J
Darlington, UK76 contributions
Oct 2018
Well organised and beautifully played by the 8 piece strings orchestra accompanied by piano. The addition of a great singer made it even more special.
There are no toilets in the church - so bear that in mind! Although you are able to use the university toilets just across the square. Worth the money and we paid for catagory/section 1 where you have a numbered row & seat.
One other thing - you must exchange your printed or mobile ticket for an official ticket from the little stand next to the queue before hand or you will just have to rejoin the queue after you get to the front and are sent off to do it!
There are no toilets in the church - so bear that in mind! Although you are able to use the university toilets just across the square. Worth the money and we paid for catagory/section 1 where you have a numbered row & seat.
One other thing - you must exchange your printed or mobile ticket for an official ticket from the little stand next to the queue before hand or you will just have to rejoin the queue after you get to the front and are sent off to do it!
Written October 15, 2018
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Jon W
Province of Malaga, Spain50 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
Excellent venue (not too sure about the mirrorball ??) and a beautiful concert. Took a little while to realise the conductor also took on the vocals as well.
Runs for approx 75 mins in total which is just about enough for sitting on unpadded church pews.
Only criticism would be the ticketing and seating arrangements. When you order online, it is only for a voucher. Then there is a scramble at the church to exchange this for your open seating ticket, followed by a race to grab the best seat available in your allocated section. Tip, pay the top price for section 1 and run like the clappers once you get your ticket..all a bit vulgar, I know. Oh, and don’t focus too much on the pianist who looks as if she keeps dozing off and falling into the piano.
Classical aficionados will hate me for this review.
Runs for approx 75 mins in total which is just about enough for sitting on unpadded church pews.
Only criticism would be the ticketing and seating arrangements. When you order online, it is only for a voucher. Then there is a scramble at the church to exchange this for your open seating ticket, followed by a race to grab the best seat available in your allocated section. Tip, pay the top price for section 1 and run like the clappers once you get your ticket..all a bit vulgar, I know. Oh, and don’t focus too much on the pianist who looks as if she keeps dozing off and falling into the piano.
Classical aficionados will hate me for this review.
Written October 13, 2019
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Chair or pew ? What is the best to choose for section A ? Thanks for sharing :-)
Written February 19, 2020
Constantin Hiller
Vienna, Austria
Hey EnJOYit-1,
depends what you are looking for. The chairs are more comfortable and the first 5 rows are a little bit more in front.
The pews do have an installed heater and are a little bit higher but for some people they feel a bit uncomfortable.
Personally I like the pews more, but as I said earlier, it depends on your preferences :)
All the best from Vienna
Consti
Written February 19, 2020
Hello concert lovers :-) .
Would you please help me with following questions ?
- for cat A you don't know the seats at the purchase time ? So you may have also .... bad surprises when arriving ?
- what is " delivery at the box office" ?
- where to buy for a good price ? I also understand that it could be a free CD - is it to all sellers?
Thanks for sharing
Written February 13, 2020
Constantin Hiller
Vienna, Austria
Dear EnJOYit-1,
if you book tickets at the homepage of the Salzburger Konzertgesellschaft you can choose the seats in category A and you will not have any hidden fees.
Delivery at box office means that if you bought the tickets with a registered reseller you have to collect the tickets of the venue at the box office since you just purchased a voucher.
CD´s can be purchased over the website and after or before the concert at the cashbox at Karlskirche.
Greetings from Vienna
Written February 14, 2020
Üdvözlöm! 2019 okt 11-12-én van lehetőség a Vivaldi koncertre jegyet foglalni?
Written September 20, 2019
Alina
Moscow, Russia
Здравствуйте! Подскажите, пожалуйста, как одеваться на данное мероприятие? Нужно ли одеваться по - вечернему или можно обычно, "по - туристски"?
И такой вопрос: как именно различаются категории мест?
Written August 2, 2019
Konzerte_Karlskirche
Vienna, Austria
Wir bitten um dem Ort und dem Anlass gegenüber angemessene Kleidung. Eine Kleidungsvorschrift gibt es allerdings nicht.
Written August 3, 2019
Hi. It will be my first visit to Vienna. I want to go to the concert with my child (4 years old). Is it ok?
Written March 18, 2019
Very sorry for late response. A bit tough to make a 4 y.o. sit and enjoy the classical music. But, if she/he's into music, this could be a good option.
Written May 15, 2019
Hi, this would be my first ever visit to Vienna. Is it worth to buy the standings ticket for €12? Thanks so much
Written December 3, 2018
Our seats were close to the front,so we felt like we were part of the ensemble, but the acoustics were so good that no matter where you were, you could still hear well. The concert was the highlight of our trip and we absolutely loved Vienna. Clean, friendly, everyone spoke English!
Written December 3, 2018
Tina2017Travel
Beijing, China
1. Can I get standing room tickets anywhere online? If not, would there generally be enough standing room tickets (I am arriving really late by the train, so probably will just be in time for the show)?
2. If I get a ticket online, would it be O.K. to arrive a bit late (I will try my best to be on time, but the time frame is really tight; my first night will be my only time at Vienna to attend)?
Sorry for all the weird questions, thanks!
Written August 27, 2017
Konzerte_Karlskirche
Vienna, Austria
1. You can get standing room tickets at the box office.
2. As the area for standing room tickets is in the back you would not disturb if you come late.
Written August 27, 2017
I have tickets for this evenings show - Vivaldi's Four Season. What time should I be at the venue before the planned start in order to get my Category 1 seat tickets?
Written December 6, 2016
Konzerte_Karlskirche
Vienna, Austria
The entrance will be from 7.45pm. The box office is opened the whole day. We recommend to come between 7.45pm and 8.00pm with tickets for Category 1.
Written December 6, 2016
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