Lucifer polka

The Lucifer Polka is a quick polka by Johann Strauss Sohn (op. 266). The work was performed for the first time on February 22, 1862 in the Dianabad Hall in Vienna.

Remarks

This Schnellpolka was written for the carnival ball of the Hesperus artists' association in 1862 and was also performed at this event. The title name comes from Lucifer the fallen angel from the Bible. Strauss designed this work, which was otherwise well received, quickly and happily.

The playing time on the CD listed under individual records is 2 minutes and 46 seconds. This time can vary somewhat depending on the conductor's musical conception.

Web links

The Lucifer Polka on the Naxos online CD description

Individual proof

↑ Source: English version of the booklet (page 33) in the 52 CD complete edition of the orchestral works by Johann Strauss (son), publisher Naxos (label) . The work can be heard as the ninth track on the 9th CD.

[1] Source: English version of the booklet (page 33) in the 52 CD complete edition of the orchestral works by Johann Strauss (son), publisher Naxos (label) . The work can be heard as the ninth track on the 9th CD.