Countess of Uxbridge of the Twenty Eight Waltzes

6R. Joseph Labitzky. London: Wessex & Co., 1870

Notes

The "Countess of Uxbridge" is one of the Twenty Eight Waltzes composed by the 19th-century Bohemian composer Joseph Labitzky. Known for his prolific output of dance music, Labitzky's waltzes were highly popular in European ballrooms. The "Countess of Uxbridge" waltz, named presumably in honor of a British noblewoman, exemplifies Labitzky's elegant style and melodic grace, contributing to his reputation as a master of the Viennese waltz tradition. This particular piece, with its lilting rhythms and charming melodies, reflects the cultural exchange between Central European and British aristocratic societies during the era.

Description

Large brown and red binding with gold tooling on spine, title plate Waltzes by Labitzky, Lanner, Strauss, some rubbing, intact, good condition