On 23 January 2026, Aleksandra Szmyd appeared during the “Galakonzert zum Neujahr 2026” at KKL Luzern in Switzerland. The concert featured the Wiener Johann Strauss Orchester conducted by Alfred Eschwé together with tenor Jörg Schneider.
The evening followed the tradition of Viennese New Year concerts and focused on the repertoire of the Strauss dynasty as well as operetta classics by Franz Lehár. Audiences heard works including “An der schönen blauen Donau”, “Unter Donner und Blitz”, excerpts from “Die Fledermaus”, “Der Zigeunerbaron” and “Eine Nacht in Venedig”, alongside celebrated operetta arias and duets.
Viennese tradition at KKL Luzern
Aleksandra Szmyd appeared as soprano soloist of the evening, performing repertoire associated with traditional Viennese gala concerts. KKL Luzern remains one of Europe’s leading concert venues, and its New Year concerts regularly attract audiences with programs dedicated to Strauss and Viennese operetta.
The concert was warmly received by Swiss audiences and formed part of the concert series organized by Obrasso Concerts. The Wiener Johann Strauss Orchester under Alfred Eschwé has specialized in Viennese repertoire for many years.
