The Wiener Philharmoniker, founded in Vienna in 1842, rank among the most prestigious orchestras in the world. Drawn exclusively from the musicians of the Vienna State Opera, the ensemble is celebrated for its distinctive "Viennese Sound" and its deep roots in the Austro-German classical and Romantic repertoire. The orchestra performs its subscription series in the Musikverein's Golden Hall and tours regularly across Europe, Japan, and North America. Its annual New Year's Concert, broadcast to around 50 million viewers in over 150 countries, is one of the most-watched classical music events on the planet.
The 2026 New Year's Concert, conducted for the first time by Yannick Nézet-Séguin, featured six world premieres for the concert format, including works by composers Josephine Weinlich and Florence Price.
The 22nd Summer Night Concert took place at Schönbrunn Palace Park on June 13, 2025, conducted by Tugan Sokhiev in his debut at the event, with tenor Piotr Beczała and the Vienna Boys Choir.
The orchestra undertook its annual Japan tour in November 2025, with Christian Thielemann conducting multiple concerts at Suntory Hall in Tokyo.
The Vienna Philharmonic announced its 2025/2026 season at a press conference in Salzburg, presented by Chairman Daniel Froschauer and Managing Director Michael Bladerer.
The Vienna Philharmonic announced that Tugan Sokhiev will conduct the 2027 New Year's Concert - his first time leading the event.
Concert by the Vienna Philharmonic's academy orchestra featuring harpist Anneleen Lenaerts, conducted by Martin Rajna. The programme includes works by Wagner, Glière, and Beethoven.
A concert event tied to the Wiener Philharmoniker's Angelika Prokopp Summer Academy (YEC 2026), held in Berlin.
A concert featuring soloists of the Vienna Philharmonic at Theater im Park in Vienna.
A concert by the renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in the beautiful setting of Grafenegg.
The Vienna Philharmonic, one of the world's most prestigious orchestras, performs at Elbphilharmonie Hamburg.
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Lorenzo Viotti at Kölner Philharmonie.