The eldest daughter of the Emperor and Empress attended a concert by the Vienna Boys’ Choir on the 8th.
On this day, a performance of “The Echo of Singing Voices,” set to a Ryuka poem composed by the Crown Prince during his first visit to Okinawa, was also presented. Princess Aiko clapped along with the audience and gave enthusiastic applause to the “angelic voices” of the boys.
The Vienna Boys’ Choir consists of about 100 boys and girls aged 10 to 14. They are divided into four groups named after composers associated with the choir, such as Haydn, and perform in concerts around the world. This time, the Bruckner group visited Japan and showcased their singing.
Vienna Boys’ Choir
The Vienna Boys’ Choir is a world-renowned choir based in Vienna, Austria, with a history dating back to 1498, when it was founded by Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. Originally formed to sing at the imperial court, the choir has evolved into a global cultural institution, performing classical, sacred, and contemporary music. Today, the choir consists of about 100 boys aged 10 to 14, divided into four touring groups that perform regularly at the Hofburg Chapel and around the world.
Vienna Boys’ Choir
The Vienna Boys’ Choir is one of the world’s oldest and most renowned boys’ choirs, with origins dating back to 1498 when it was founded by Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. Originally part of the Vienna Imperial Court Chapel, it has since evolved into a global cultural icon, performing classical, sacred, and modern music. Today, the choir continues its tradition of excellence, with young singers trained at a dedicated school in Vienna.
Hofburg Chapel
The Hofburg Chapel, located within the Hofburg Palace complex in Vienna, Austria, is a historic place of worship originally built in the 13th century and later expanded. It is most famous for housing the Vienna Boys’ Choir, which has performed Sunday Mass there since 1498. The chapel also served as the private imperial chapel for the Habsburg monarchy, reflecting centuries of Austrian royal and musical tradition.
