Freddie Mercury Tribute Opera Concert Tickets Vienna

A tribute concert to Freddie Mercury and Queen

Freddie Mercury, the voice of Queen, loved opera, and you can hear it in many of the band's songs: the dramatic choirs, the shifts of tempo and the soaring melodies. This concert takes that connection as its starting point. The programme presents newly arranged versions of Freddie Mercury and Queen hits for two classical voices and piano, so the songs you know from the radio suddenly sound like arias.

The repertoire may include songs such as 'Bohemian Rhapsody', 'Barcelona', 'Somebody to Love', 'Love of My Life', 'Who Wants to Live Forever', 'The Show Must Go On', 'We Are the Champions', 'Don't Stop Me Now', 'Killer Queen' and 'Radio Ga Ga'. Fans of the band will recognise every melody, and those who come for the classical side will enjoy hearing them in a completely new light.

Soprano, tenor and concert pianist

The concert is performed by three classically trained artists: a soprano, a tenor and a concert pianist. There is no band and no amplification of a rock show; instead you hear what powerful trained voices can do with these songs, from intimate ballads to big anthems that fill the whole room. The piano carries both the rhythm and the orchestra, often in surprising, virtuoso arrangements.

Between the songs, the performers sing some of the world's most celebrated operatic arias and classical pieces, highlighting the influence that opera had on Freddie Mercury's musical vision. The mix keeps the 50 minutes varied and lively, and it is an excellent introduction to opera for anyone who has never been to one.

The candlelit historic venue

The concerts take place in a historic church in Vienna or in the hall next to it, illuminated by hundreds of candles. The warm light on the old walls, the quiet before the first note and the natural acoustics of the space create an atmosphere very different from a modern concert hall.

Your VIP ticket gives you a seat in the first rows, closest to the singers and the piano, with free choice of seat within the section, so arriving early helps you get the best view. We send you the exact address of the venue with your booking confirmation, and the concert starts at 8:30 pm. Old churches can feel cool in the evening, so a light jacket is a good idea even in summer.

An evening of music in Vienna

Vienna has been a capital of music for centuries, and attending a concert is one of the best things to do in Vienna in the evening. This tribute is short enough to fit after a day of sightseeing and leaves time for a late dinner afterwards in the old town.

If you are looking for candlelight concerts in Vienna with a modern twist, this is one of the most original choices: classical voices, rock melodies and a historic setting. Dress is smart casual, and the concert is suitable for all ages, so it can be a special family evening as well. Book early in high season and around the holidays, when the best seats go first.