A Viennese afternoon to mark Johann Strauss' 200th birthday

Australian Russell McGregor has lived in Vienna for thirty years and inspires fans of the Viennese waltz with his ensemble and violin playing. For Johann Strauss' 200th birthday, he is coming to Australia with a very special program.

Russell McGregor is violinist, conductor and likes to listen to heavy metal. Source: Supplied / Russel McGregor

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The concert An Afternoon in Vienna will take place on August 16 at 14:00 at the Glen Waverley Uniting Church in Melbourne. It is organized by the Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society.