Salute To Vienna Tickets

Very enjoyable concert. The orchestra and soloists were excellent. We were especially impressed by the performance of the female singer, Katarzyna Dondalska - excellent voice and stage presence. The synchronization of ballet dancers could be better. Also, more flower decorations would add some charm and character.

I was not the only one confused with the new way to purchase tickets, hence chaos and disappointment at the box office. Parking was chaotic as well with people walking upstairs, only to come to a locked door. Sadly, the volunteer ushers were overwhelmed, it appeared there was a shortage. Hamilton place is showing its age. I guess hopefully, someday when it is updated, there will be a centre aisle on the main floor included. I can’t imagine what would happen if there was a fire in that building.

A thoroughly outstanding professional performance that was sorely missed in the recent past, one that hopefully can return to being an annual tradition. Audience were toe tapping, swaying and clapping to their favourites, literally bouncing in their seats! Although I would pay a bit extra to once again experience an after concert treat!

The show itself was fantastic however the audience left something to be desired, people talking loudly throughout the show to having their phone in their face either recording the show, taking photos, or one woman on her phone talking, when she was asked to end the call her response was I paid for my ticket I'll do what I want. Also, the ushers at FirstOntario Concert Hall were extremely abrupt to the point of being rude, this was on the right hand side of the venue.

The show was incredible! Amazing performers and everything was very well put together. My only issue and this has nothing to do with the show itself, was that so many people arrived late and it was extremely disruptive to have them chit chat and look for their seats, have everyone stand up on the rows where they were seating, etc. This was nonstop for the first 20-30 mins or so of the concert. Doors should have been closed at the start and those that arrived late can join at the intermission as it was extremely distracting and disrespectful to those of us that cared enough to arrive on time and were trying to enjoy the show.

I loved the orchestra, the singers and the dancers. The conductor was excellent and very engaging. Overall a very good performance and no changes to recommend to the repertoire or the performance itself. What was really taking away from the concert was the absolute lack of a festive ambiance, for example no decorations, simple chairs for the orchestra players without slip covers and the casual attire of women who played in the orchestra. When you watch the concert from Vienna, you see the concert hall filled with gold and an abundance of flowers. In Ottawa, on the New Year’s Day, the stage was bare with only one simple bouquet of flowers so it looked like any other concert day I attended. When it comes to the attire of women musicians, I found pants and black sweaters as opposed to long skirts or black evening dresses really taking away from the elegance of the performance. Because of the above, the Salute to Vienna in Ottawa looked like a poor cousin of the concerts happening in Vienna. Recommendation: Add many festive decorations to the black walls, including gold or silver chair covers for the orchestra, and introduce evening attire for orchestra players for that day and the concert will be a very special one to remember.

From the conductor, musicians, dancers and all. Very talented and great performance.

The orchestra- great. Maestro - great. The soprano- great. The dancers though... one girl in the smaller troupe was off beat for every piece, the men were not tall enough to support 2 of the women, and one of the men thought the show was all about him- very distracting. For the more ballroom dancers, the men do not showcase the women but tossed them around- again- working as though they were the centre of the show. The tenor had a lovely presence and good tone, but absolutely zero projection- and that was with microphones available on stage. We were not impressed.

Beautiful show, the music was wonderful and the dancing was awesome

The music was fantastic as expected. The orchestra was very well rehearsed and the selections of music were a wonderful representation of the brilliance of Strauss. The singer's and dancers made for a very entertaining showing of Viennese culture. There is nothing as elegant as the Viennese waltz. My only criticism is that the ballet ensemble didn't seem sharp. That being said, I enjoyed them very much.

A great orchestra filling your soul with beautiful music accompanied by talented dancers and singers to keep you entertained. The apple strudel and coffee provided after the show was a real treat and very fitting.

Very good performance. I would highly recommend it.

This was nothing less than one used to this show would expect to see. It actually had few funny moments as well and the artists were really good. Wonderful!

The performance was outstanding. It is the next best thing of being in Vienna in person.

This show was very entertaining and enjoyable. The conductor was absolutely marvelous. He not only conducted the orchestra, but also was the M.C. and the guide for the show. All the participants were fantastic - including the singers and dancers. This was our first time at the salute to Vienna, but it definitely will not be the last.

The orchestra was fantastic and the conductor was very entertaining and engaging. The dancing is beautiful, opera singers very talented. If you are thinking of going, don't think twice, just go, you'll get a taste of beautiful dancing, singing and classical music. I just loved the orchestra!

I went with my 13 year old daughter and we both had a good time. Very relaxing and educational. Great music, singing and dancing.

The performance was absolutely delightful. The ballet dancers exceptional and the conductor very professional and personable. He even made an appearance in the lobby after the performance to sign autographs and have his photograph taken with the patrons.

Wonderful performance of Viennese music played by a very good orchestra. The ballet and ballroom dancers added to the enjoyment of the performance. The opera singers were great; especially the woman.

Very good show. The conductor and the singers were great, the dancers were ok.