Explosion polka
The Explosions-Polka op. 43 is a polka by Johann Strauss Sohn . The work was performed for the first time on February 8, 1847 in the Strüßl Hall in the theater building in der Josefstadt in Vienna.
history
The polka was written for Mardi Gras in 1847. The name was derived from the invention of a new explosive at the time. Today this substance is known as cellulose nitrate or gun cotton . In Vienna this invention was the talk of the day and Strauss took the opportunity to write a polka with (musically) explosive elements about it. The work actually became a success. In view of the large number of compositions of this type, the work later took a back seat.
Performance practice
The playing time on the CD listed under individual records is 3 minutes and 6 seconds. This time can vary somewhat depending on the conductor's musical conception.
There is also an arrangement for brass band by John Glenesk Mortimer.
The piece was part of the New Year's Concerts of the Vienna Philharmonic in 1990 and 2015 , both under Zubin Mehta
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ Source: English version of the booklet (page 69) in the 52 CD complete edition of the orchestral works by Johann Strauss (son), publisher Naxos (label) . The work can be heard as the second track on the 25th CD.
- ↑ Johann Strauss, Arr. John Glenesk: Explosion Polka . op. 43. Edition Marc Reift, Crans-Montana.