Born 200 years ago, we explore the hypnotic and seductive qualities of Johann Strauss II’s music, and what allows the Blue Danube to so capture the never-ending dance of humankind.

Johann Strauss II, known as "The Waltz King," helped popularize the waltz and other social dances in 19th-century Europe. Here & Now's Robin Young talks with classical music columnist ...

Austria celebrates 200 years of Johann Strauss II, the 'waltz king' whose timeless melodies like 'The Blue Danube' continue to enchant audiences worldwide. Discover the enduring legacy of a ...

Fortunately, a new Opera Project Columbus production of the 1874 operetta “Die Fledermaus” by Johann Strauss II aims to humanize its highfalutin cast of characters.

The first operetta by Johann Strauss II took Vienna by storm at its premiere in 1871. His second followed in 1873 and his third — Die Fledermaus — in 1874.

Strauss' “Blue Danube” waltz has finally made it into space, ... It's part of the yearlong celebration marking the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, who was born in Vienna in 1825.

Lighthearted and comical, the Harvard College Opera’s production of Strauss’ operetta “Die Fledermaus” opened on Wednesday, Jan. 31, with an outstanding orchestra and charming characters.

Hear the concert broadcast from Vienna at 9 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2015.

Strauss' “Blue Danube” waltz has finally made it into space, ... It's part of the yearlong celebration marking the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, who was born in Vienna in 1825.

Strauss' “Blue Danube” waltz has finally made it into space, ... It's part of the yearlong celebration marking the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, who was born in Vienna in 1825.

Strauss' “Blue Danube” waltz has finally made it into space, ... It's part of the yearlong celebration marking the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, who was born in Vienna in 1825.