Perpetuum Mobile, Op. 257 (Ein Musikalischer Scherz - A Musical Joke) is a playful orchestral scherzo composed by Johann Strauss II in 1861. The title translates to "Perpetual Motion", and the piece humorously mimics an endless, unstoppable musical flow.
Strauss cleverly builds the composition with repetitive, swirling motifs, creating the illusion of continuous movement. The piece is often performed as a lighthearted encore in concerts, showcasing Strauss’s wit and mastery of orchestral writing.
This popular piece with the audience is arranged by Anthony Galla-Rini for: accordions 1-4, string bass (or bass accordion).
