Orchester Der Wiener Volksoper is a classical music ensemble based in Vienna, Austria. The ensemble was founded in 1898 as the orchestra of the Vienna Volksoper, a theater that specializes in operettas and musicals. The orchestra was initially composed of 40 musicians, but it has since grown to include over 100 members. Over the years, Orchester Der Wiener Volksoper has become known for its performances of operettas, musicals, and other light classical music. The ensemble has also collaborated with many famous singers and conductors, including Plácido Domingo, José Carreras, and Zubin Mehta. One of the highlights of Orchester Der Wiener Volksoper's history was its performance at the opening ceremony of the 1955 Vienna State Opera. The ensemble played a program of works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Johann Strauss II, among others, to an audience that included many dignitaries and celebrities. Orchester Der Wiener Volksoper has also received numerous awards and honors over the years. In 2008, the ensemble was awarded the Austrian Music Prize, which recognizes outstanding achievements in the field of music. The ensemble has also been recognized for its contributions to the preservation of Viennese operetta, a genre that is closely associated with the city of Vienna. Today, Orchester Der Wiener Volksoper continues to perform regularly at the Vienna Volksoper and other venues throughout Austria and Europe. The ensemble is known for its high level of musicianship and its commitment to preserving the traditions of Viennese operetta and other light classical music.

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