Two cities, two orchestras: an introduction
"Innovation" versus "tradition": the Berlin and Vienna Philharmonics at the end of the long nineteenth century
Differing responses to increased state influence: the orchestras during the Republics (1918-1933)
Continuous radicalization under Austrofascism and National Socialism
Dependence and protection under National Socialism
The orchestras' multifaceted media presence
Repertoire and politicization: National Socialism and the politics of programming
Summary and conclusion: "A rivalry like that between the Berliners and the Viennese will always exist".