Where is the Crypt of St. Peter’s Church located?

The crypt is located beneath St. Peter’s Church (Peterskirche) at Petersplatz in the historic centre of Vienna, Austria.

When should I arrive?

We recommend arriving at least 20–30 minutes before the scheduled start time to allow enough time for entry and finding your seat.

Yes, the crypt is pleasantly heated year-round.

Seating arrangements may vary depending on the event and ticket category. Please check your ticket for information about your assigned seat or seating arrangements.

What happens if I arrive late?

Late entry may be restricted to avoid disturbing the performance. If permitted, you may be asked to wait until a suitable moment before entering the crypt.

Pre-Christmas Piano Concert with Mario Eritreo

Synopsis/Details

Experience a pre-Christmas piano concert with Mario Eritreo in the atmospheric crypt of St. Peter’s Church. Let yourself be enchanted by a carefully curated selection of international and local Christmas carols, alongside beloved works by Beethoven, Chopin and Liszt. Enjoy the unique ambience of this historic venue, where music and magic come together to create an unforgettable experience. An evening filled with harmony and festive anticipation — the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of the Advent season and add a musical touch of brilliance to your Christmas celebrations. The crypt is comfortably temperature-controlled at all time

Where is the Crypt of St. Peter’s Church located?
- The crypt is located beneath St. Peter’s Church (Peterskirche) at Petersplatz in the historic centre of Vienna, Austria.
When should I arrive?
- We recommend arriving at least 20–30 minutes before the scheduled start time to allow enough time for entry and finding your seat.
Is the crypt heated?
- Yes, the crypt is pleasantly heated year-round.
Is seating assigned?
- Seating arrangements may vary depending on the event and ticket category. Please check your ticket for information about your assigned seat or seating arrangements.
What happens if I arrive late?
- Late entry may be restricted to avoid disturbing the performance. If permitted, you may be asked to wait until a suitable moment before entering the crypt.

Cast

Programme:
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)
"Rage Over a Lost Penny", Rondo alla ingharese quasi un capriccio, Op. 129, in G major

Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849)
Étude, Op. 25, No. 7 in C-sharp minor
Nocturne, Op. 9, No. 1 in B-flat minor
Nocturne, Op. 9, No. 2 in E-flat major
Heroic Polonaise, Op. 53, in A-flat major

Franz Liszt (1811–1886)
Liebestraum, S. 541, No. 3, "O Love, as Long as You Can Love"
Soirées de Vienne, S. 427, No. 6, in A minor
Grand Galop Chromatique, S. 219

Improvisation on famous Christmas songs
Jingle Bells, White Christmas, and others

Johann Strauss II (1825–1899)
Wine, Women and Song, Op. 333

Pre-Christmas Piano Concert with Mario Eritreo

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