André Rieu is a Dutch violinist, conductor, and composer best known for creating the waltz-playing Johann Strauss Orchestra. The Orchestra began in 1998 with 21 members but now performs with between 80 and 150 musicians. In this video André Rieu & His Johann Strauss Orchestra are performing 'And The Waltz Goes On', composed by Sir Anthony Hopkins.
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(thanks Cora)
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My husband (who is german) was trying to engender some appreciation to classical music and introduced me to Andre Rieu. One year for his bday I bought tickets to he concert. Unfortunately,, he and I (in our 30's and 40's) were the youngest ones there!
Classical Music is spectacular -the Strauss Waltzes are delightful. Its really a shame that more people don't take the time listen and find the magic within it. It doesn't matter what age you are. All that's on the radio is crap these days. The younger people need some good culture.
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