Chopin and Viennese Friends Concert by Candle Glow at Salvatorsaal

About this experience

Book Chopin and Viennese Friends concert tickets for a candlelit piano recital at the Salvatorsaal in Vienna's Mariahilf district. In about 50 minutes, a solo pianist plays a selection of Chopin's best loved pieces alongside music by composers linked to Vienna, from the Classical era of Mozart and Haydn to the Romantic generation of Schubert. The hall is lit by candle glow, the audience sits close to the piano, and the short format makes it easy to add live music to a day of sightseeing. Recitals run on many dates through the season, often more than once in an evening. What will you hear at the recital? The programme centres on Frédéric Chopin, whose nocturnes, waltzes, preludes and études are among the most popular piano music ever written. Chopin spent time in Vienna as a young man and gave his first concerts outside Poland here, so the recital pairs his works with music by his Viennese contemporaries and the earlier composers who shaped the city's musical life. Expect a mix of quiet, reflective pieces and brilliant virtuoso moments, from gentle nocturnes to sparkling waltzes, played on a grand piano at close range so you can follow every change of touch and colour. The exact pieces can change by date, so treat any named work as a guide rather than a promise. Where is the Salvatorsaal? The Salvatorsaal is at Barnabitengasse 14, 1060 Vienna, in a quiet street just off Mariahilfer Straße, the city's best known shopping street. Neubaugasse station (U3) is a few minutes away on foot, and the Museumsquartier and the Ring are within walking distance. The historic hall is known for its clear acoustics and intimate size, which suit a solo piano particularly well. Because the room is small, you will hear every detail of the playing from wherever you sit. What does the ticket include? Your ticket includes entry to the Chopin and Viennese Friends concert on the date you book. Food, drinks and transport are not included, and the ticket does not cover the Salvatorsaal's other shows, such as the Freddie Mercury opera evening. Show your smartphone ticket to staff at the entrance. Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before the start so you can find your seat calmly and settle in before the candles are lit and the music begins. Please silence your phone and follow staff guidance on photography during the performance, so everyone can enjoy the quiet passages. Who will enjoy this concert? This recital suits anyone who loves the piano, couples looking for a romantic evening and travellers who want a short, high quality concert rather than a long orchestral programme. It also works well before or after dinner in the lively Mariahilf and Neubau districts. If you would like more music during your stay, compare the Freddie Mercury opera show at the Salvatorsaal, the classical concert at St Anne's Church or the Amadeus concert at the Künstlerhaus. Book through VervTrip and your ticket arrives by email shortly after purchase, ready to show on your phone.

Highlights

• Candlelit solo piano recital
• Chopin with music by his Viennese contemporaries
• Intimate historic hall with clear acoustics
• Short 50 minute format
• Central location just off Mariahilfer Straße

What is included

• Entry to the Chopin and Viennese Friends concert

Not included

• Food and drinks
• Other shows at the venue
• Transport

Before you go

Address: Salvatorsaal, Barnabitengasse 14, 1060 Vienna. Nearest station: Neubaugasse (U3). Show your smartphone ticket to staff at the entrance. Arrive 15 to 20 minutes before the start. The programme can vary by date. Please silence your phone and follow staff guidance on photography.

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.