The Old Refrain Explained

"The Old Refrain" was a Viennese popular song ostensibly written by Fritz Kreisler but was actually a transcription of an earlier work by Johann Brandl ("Du alter Stefansturm" from Der liebe Augustin) with words by Alice Mattullath.[1]

Covers

Over the years this very popular song has been covered over 90 times.[2]

Notes and References

  1. The old refrain : Viennese popular song / Fritz Kreisler; words by Alice Mattullath.. Brandl. Johann. Mattullath. Alice. 26 March 2018. 1802/18690.
  2. Web site: The Old Refrain, for violin &… - Details - AllMusic. AllMusic.

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