New Year's Concert 2026

For 141 years, generations have been connected through the joy of music in the "Merkur" Symphony Orchestra. Here, young talents and experienced musicians perform together on equal footing under the inspiring direction of Willi Zwittkovits.

With great passion, the orchestra from Wiener Neustadt brings its music to the world, whether in its hometown or beyond. The repertoire includes masterpieces of classical and romantic music, as well as modern compositions that continually captivate the audience.

The shining highlights of the musical year are the New Year's concerts, which promise a lively start to the upcoming year year after year. The radiant soprano Katharina Jing An Gebauer conquers the stage with her magnificent voice and enchants the audience. The orchestra takes you into a world of spirited waltzes and captivating operetta melodies that make your heart race. Celebrate the musical kickoff to the New Year with "Merkur" and toast to a happy new year in a festive atmosphere!