Which annual concert, held on January 1, is closely linked with Vienna's New Year celebrations?

The Vienna New Year's Concert, held on January 1, is closely linked with Vienna's New Year celebrations.

The concert is performed by the Vienna Philharmonic in the Musikverein's Golden Hall. Its program traditionally emphasizes music by the Strauss family and related Viennese composers, including waltzes, polkas, and marches. The event is broadcast internationally and is watched by a large television audience on New Year's Day.

The first concert in the series took place on January 1, 1941, during the Second World War. Clemens Krauss conducted the early concerts, and the event later became an annual international tradition. The famous closing sequence normally includes the Blue Danube waltz and the Radetzky March, although the exact program and encore order can vary.

A key distinction is the date: this is not a New Year's Eve concert. It takes place on January 1. It is also not simply any concert in Vienna; the official name refers to the Vienna Philharmonic's specific annual performance.