Strauss - The Blue Danube

Composed by Johann Strauss II Arranged by Andrew Or '21 Performed by Erin Yoo, Kellen Cao, Auston Li, Pranav Iyer "The Blue Danube" is an iconic waltz by Johann Strauss II composed in 1867 known for its flowing, elegant melodies in a constant ¾ time signature that captures the beauty of the Danube River and 19th-century Vienna. Originally a choral piece with sarcastic lyrics, it became famous after Strauss adapted it for orchestra. Its graceful melodies and airy charm have since transcended time and place—heard everywhere from glittering ballrooms to the vastness of space in 2001: A Space Odyssey. "Ausgleich in 2026?"