NSO A Night in Vienna: Highlights from the Grand Operas

Austrian conductor Martin Sieghart, renowned for his interpretations of Strauss family works, is a celebrated figure on the international stage. Returning to Taiwan for the second time, he brings his expertise in Austrian waltzes, polkas, and famous operetta excerpts. The program will include a sparkling selection of pieces such as the "Ouverture from Eine Nacht in Venedig", "Die Zeitlose", "Unter Donner und Blitz", and the whimsical "Champagner-Polka", all of which create a festive, joyous atmosphere. Notably, the "TikTak Polka" cleverly mimics the sound of a ticking clock, using masterful rhythms to depict the passage of time, sure to bring a smile to every listener.

Internationally acclaimed soprano Nathalie Peña-Comas, known for her lyrical and dramatic voice, will perform a carefully curated selection of works, including Dvořák's "Song of the moon", Mozart's aria from Le nozze di Figaro, and delightful excerpts from operettas by Lehár and Johann Strauss II. This concert is a chance to experience the radiant charm of one of the world's most captivating sopranos.