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The Parliament building of the Republic of Austria is the country¿s centre of power for democracy and parliamentarism. At the same time, it is the quintessential symbol of the historic events of the past 140 years, but also of parliamentarism in action. On the occasion of the reopening of the completely renovated structure, this richly illustrated book invites readers to immerse themselves in the past, present, and future of the Parliament ¿ thus showing its importance for the country and its people.

'If my life has a leitmotif, it is probably the fulfilment of silence, which, today in particular, forms an antithesis to thefast pace of our existence.'Involved in a serious car accident, the young Franz Welser-Möst experienced the sound of silence, which was the key that unlocked a completely new way of thinking for the celebrated conductor. Here he takes us with him on a journey through his lifein music and reveals a glimpse of the inner complexities of an opera house and orchestra. He candidly explains how he has continually reinvented himself after a series of setbacks, and that both disasters and triumphs have served to shape and enrich his musical trajectory.This book is a heartfelt appeal for the continued rediscovery of music as well as a convincing alternative to the noise of the world.