Strizzi Songs

35 Years of Strizzi Songs

They are the undisputed pioneers of the modernized Viennese folk song: Adi Hirschal and Wolfgang Böck are celebrating the spectacular 35th anniversary of their legendary “Strizzilieder.” What began as a musical experiment to breathe new, raw energy into the traditional Viennese song has evolved over three and a half decades into an unbeatable cult phenomenon. [1]

In their acclaimed anniversary show, these two passionate storytellers whisk their audience deep into the Viennese suburbs. Accompanied by a new, first-rate instrumental ensemble, Hirschal and Böck steer clear of typical kitschy clichés of “wine, women, and song.” Instead, they present the real, unvarnished life of the suburbs with all its shenanigans, worries, and little moments of happiness. The musical spectacle skillfully bridges the gap from traditional folk songs to dark ballads and modern pop culture—all wrapped up in plenty of humor, Viennese wit, and pure entertainment.