Gramola

From Graz I went to Vienna and what followed was one of the best record store tours ever. My first stop was Gramola in the center of Vienna, very close to famous St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Behind the counter I met Ronald, and he told me, that this store has been here at this location since 1924! It’s the oldest record store in Austria. It was founded by his great-grandfather, so it’s family business for 95 years. His father Richard is still the owner - he is 74 years old and works at the store for 55 years now. Gramola focuses on Classical music and sells CDs, no vinyl. On the wall you can see one of a few original paintings showing the logo for “His Master’s Voice” with Nipper.