André Rieu Sound Check and After Party Access Information

Information on All Access Sound Check/After Party Tickets

Some of you have been enquiring on how to get the All Access tickets when you have already bought your concert tickets. The Rieu office in New York had read a post in 'Our Guestbook' about it and emailed us with the form that you can fill out in order to acquire the Access Package by itself, without the concert ticket which you should already have. If anyone needs the form you can email me luvberry@charter.net and I will send it to you.

Or, You Can Click on this Link Now: Only if you already have a ticket ... then use ► this form to order your Exclusive Access to the Sound-Check and Afterparty.

Update Wednesday, March 18th

For those of you checking into this, when you click onto the link to André's Webpage that I added above, the form says that the tickets are $1500 each. André's New York office sent us a form where they are $1250 each and he said that is the right price. So if anyone wants the form, just email me luvberry@charter.net and I will send it to you.

André Rieu's Episode on 'Neighbours' To Air April 6th

Andre Rieu Waltzes Into Ramsay Street

By David Knox on March 14, 2009
And here is your glimpse of Dutch violinist Andre Rieu in Ramsay Street. Rieu is a fan of Neighbours and wanted to visit the show while he was on his Australian tour. In a whimsical, romantic scene, Rieu plays the violin for Paul (Stefan Denis) and Rebecca (Jane Hall) in the middle of the street.

“The scene expands to others from the street who come out and start dancing, with Steph and Toadie, Karl and Susan. It’s all very cute,” a spokesperson told TV Tonight.

Rieu, who is normally in control of his spectacular events, was said to be momentarily thrown by his moment in the soap. “He was incredibly nervous. Right out of his comfort zone.” But he was also very friendly, including eating with the crew in a catering tent in his full tuxedo regalia.

A second scene for the waltz king holds another special moment for Rieu and the folk from Erinsborough. “There’s more magic to come,” said the spokesperson.

Update: Correction to this article ~ The Episode Airs April SEVENTH on TEN

Carmen and Carla Both Will Perform in Maastricht!

It's Official ~ Carmen and Carla Both in Maastricht!

We all knew that Carmen was going to be performing at the Concerts in Maastricht, but we didn't know if Carla would be or not. Carla has put it on her Website now that she will be doing all Five Concerts in Maastricht 2009 on The Vrijthof!! ... So we will have all three girls, Carmen, Carla and Mirusia!!

André Rieu Receives The 2009 Buma Export Prize in Holland

André Rieu Received Double Honors Today
Thursday March 5, 2009 De Telegraaf

AMSTERDAM Thursday afternoon André Rieu was distinguished by the French Ambassador, and that evening after the Golden Harp Gala, he returned home with the Buma Export Prize of 2009.

André Rieu received double honors today. He received French Knighthood and the Buma Export Prize. Ivo Niehe admired him because he sold 715,000 tickets.

And Rieu himself? "I am extremely proud to be Dutch and a Maastricht citizen. I say that whenever I am on an international stage. We, as a small country, can do it all!"

The Export Prize is bestowed upon the Dutch Artist who in the past year has been the most successful abroad. In the meantime this is the fourth time that André has received this award, but that does not make him less happy.

"When I started playing the violin, I never thought I would ever win the Export Prize", says André. "I am also extremely proud of the Netherlands. Every evening when I perform I receive so much enthusiasm from the public. Thank you very much!"

The Medal André is wearing in the pictures is his 'French Knighthood', the Ribbon he is wearing above it is his 'Dutch Knighthood' ......... As for the Tie? ;-)

Thank You to John for Finding and Translating this for us!

A little update about the Tie ... I searched on the Parlor and there's an interview that I posted last year where André was asked, if he could be any Animal he wanted to be, what animal would he choose, this was his answer:

An Animal? "An elephant. I love the elephants very much. Look at my necktie, it has approximately ten designs. I love them, because they are strong and amiable, but they can also look at each other with rage, if it has to be. That shows a little of myself, this here." (Laughter) He also said elephants bring him luck ...

André Rieu Knighted by France

André Rieu Knighted by France

Appearing on The 'FRONT PAGE' of De Limburger Today!

On Thursday afternoon in his own Castle, André Rieu was appointed to Knight in The Order of Arts and Literature of the French Republic. Rieu received this award for his great service to Classical Music.

In the presence of the consuls of the Benelux, Mayor Leers and former Mayor Houben, France's ambassador Jean Francois Bradel pinned the accompanying medal on him.

Rieu indicated he is honored with the award. He hopes that this award will bring his big wish to perform in the middle of Paris closer to reality. He further pointed out the close relationship he has with France. His family roots date back to the twelfth century in the Auvergne. "When I was there and asked if there was anyone here with the name Rieu, I was told everyone here is named Rieu".

The ceremony took place in a Hall of Rieu's Castle. It would have been proper to do the presentation in the kitchen. In this space dating back to 1452, D'Artagnan had his last breakfast in 1683, before he was killed on the battlefield in Maastricht. But the kitchen was too small to receive all the guests and press.

The Knighthood in the Order of Arts and Literature of the French Republic is awarded annually to approximately two hundred people, including ten to fifteen foreigners. Rieu, following Harry Mulisch, Hella Haasse, Kader Abdolah and Adriaan van Dis, is the fifth Dutchman to be knighted by the French. Various Hollywood Actors such as Tom Cruise, George Clooney, Demi Moore and Meryl Streep have also received the medal.

Thank you to John for finding and Translating this for us!!

►Click Here For a Related Article

André Rieu Playing At French Soccer Game

André Plays at French Soccer Game to 35,000

Below is a link with a video of André playing at a French Soccer game on Monday, March 2nd. There's a short interview with him at the end of the video speaking in French. The Video is just below the main video. You will also find these pictures and more on the same Site.

RC Lens is a famous football/soccer club in Lens, Northern France. On Monday 2 March Lens played the team Troyes. (the result was a draw 1-1). During the ‘half time’ interval, Andrè played his version of "Les Corons", which is a well known song in that part of France., and has been adopted by the football team as their "Anthem".

In the interview he says that he remembered how, 15 years ago he played at the Ajax/Bayern Munich football match in Amsterdam during half time (The Second Waltz) and it was a big success, everybody in the stadium sang along, it was very impressive!. And he hopes that he will make the same impression here, there is always a risk performing at a football match because the spectators come for the soccer and not for me. He has recorded "Les Corons" by Pierre Bachelet on his last album, instantly taking a liking to the music.

►André Plays to 35,000 at French Soccer Game Monday March 2, '09
Thanks to Chris T. for the heads up and Adele for translating the information!

André Rieu Receives Knighthood in France

André Rieu To Receive Knighthood in France

De Limburger Wednesday March 3, 2009

André Rieu will receive a high French distinction. He will become Knight in the Order of Arts and Literature of the French Republic.

The world renowned violinist will be presented all the regalia associated with this Knighthood on Thursday in his hometown of Maastricht. The French Ambassador to the Netherlands will travel to the Limburg Capital to present Rieu with this honor.

*Thank you to John for finding and translating this for us!

André Rieu's Longest North American Tour Ever!

Longest North American Tour Ever Beginning in April 2009

Santa Monica, California, March 2, 2009

Denon Classics, once again the U.S.'s #1 independent Classical label is celebrating the announcement of André Rieu as the #1 selling Classical artist for 2008 according to Billboard Magazine as well as attaining the #8 spot in Pollstar Magazine among all the touring acts of 2008 in the U.S.! Rieu landed atop this year's sales tally as the nation's top selling classical artist according to Billboard Magazine.

He returns to the United States in the Spring of 2009 for an unprecedented "Greatest Hits Tour" celebrating his 30th anniversary as a performer with more consecutive U.S. dates than he has ever scheduled before, spanning April, May and June. To commemorate his artistic achievement and to honor his upcoming 30-year milestone, Denon Classics will release "André Rieu's Greatest Hits" as chosen by his fans and collected from all of his Denon releases on CD, DVD and a deluxe CD/DVD set on March 3rd.

André Rieu has already earned the distinction as the #1 pledge drive artist for PBS and now the #1 Classical artist according to Billboard Magazine. Firmly established as one of the top performing artists according to Pollstar Magazine who ranked him as the #8 top touring draw of the year on ticket sales approaching $77 million (placing him in good company amongst the likes of Madonna, The Eagles, Bon Jovi and Coldplay), Rieu has won legions of fans worldwide and his success continues to grow with each new release and tour. Combining unparalleled showmanship with shrewd marketing, Rieu has built a world class musical career with sold out tours and increasing sales of his specials and recordings despite the ever changing dynamics of the industry.

2009 is certain to be another banner year for Rieu with the 30-city arena tour, select repeat airings of his specials on PBS beginning in March and the release of his hand-picked greatest hits collections. Denon Classics' "Greatest Hits" collections include songs and performances taken from all of his hit releases on the label such as "Live in Dublin," "At Radio City," "Live in Vienna," "At The Movies," "Wonderland," "New Years in Vienna," "Tuscany," "Homecoming" and more. "André Rieu's Greatest Hits" will be released as a 15-track CD, a 20-performance DVD and a two-disc limited edition CD with bonus tracks which will also include a bonus DVD with five exclusive performances.

A platinum selling artist around the world, Rieu's worldwide appeal is as strong as ever having recently earned his 4th Platinum certification from Canada's CRIA for the DVD "CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD" bringing his total awards to 15 to date (including 11 Gold Sales certifications).

Rieu recently completed a record-breaking tour of Australia in 2008 selling out his eleven city World Stadium Tour (which included traveling with a full sized replica of Vienna's spectacular Schonnbrun Palace) which only added to his already multi-platinum sales. Rieu's specials dominated the music DVD charts in Australia capturing the top 6 spots on the charts (with 21 of his specials landing in the top 50 overall!). ~ From Denon Classics

André Rieu Rock and Roll !

This is So Much FUN!

I laughed so hard at this ... a lot of fun to watch.

►Watch Video Rock and Rieu !!

Frank Steijns Plays Heavy Metal on Carillon!

Frank Steijns City Carillonneur

I found this video of Frank Steijns playing the Carillon last July in Weert not far from Maastricht ... I Love this! ~ Sue :)

►City Carillonneur, Frank Steijns plays "Nothing Else Matters" from the American metal band "Metallica" in a Carillon concert from the steeple of the Martin. Weert, July 2008

►Click On The Red Link Below To Watch The Video

http://www.franksteijns.com/heavymetalonbells.htm
►Click Here To See Full Program <<bekijk hier het totale programma>>

André Rieu Talks With Alan Jones About CD Yours Forever

Monday February 23, 2009

André Rieu talked with Alan Jones on his Sydney Radio Station this morning about donating all the proceeds from the single Yours Forever to the Australian Bushfire and Flood victims. Click on the link below to hear the interview and part of André's 'Yours Forever CD.

Listen to Phone Interview ►http://www.2gb.com/index2.php?option=com_newsmanager&task=view&id=2926

André Rieu Australian Womans Day Interview

Andre Rieu 'My Song To Save The Bush'

Womans Day ~ Monday, February 23, 2009

By Lucy Chesterto~ Sent to us from Jann (Aussie Fansite) The virtuoso is using his music to ease the sorrow of our bushfire victims. Dutch music master André Rieu is helping Australians rebuild their shattered lives in the wake of Black Saturday by donating all proceeds from his new song Yours Forever to the Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Fund.

"When you are on the other side of the world and you see people suffering in Australia, a country you love, it gives you the feeling that you cannot do anything to help," André tells Woman's Day. "When I learned of the bushfires in Australia, I wanted to jump in a plane and come to your side and fight. "But all I can do is make music, and so I hope that the music I give you now will help the people who are suffering."

Like so many others around the world, André was overcome with emotion at the thought of the tragic deaths that have devastated Australian families over the past two weeks. Never before had stories of heartbreak and heroism moved the musician so deeply as when the first reports of Black Saturday emerged in his homeland of Holland. And in the great Aussie tradition of helping your mates when the chips are down, the big-hearted star was moved to write a song in support of the bushfire victims who are now struggling to rebuild their lives in the land he considers his "second home".

"This is the first time I have ever donated my music to a relief fund like this," he says. "I hope people will follow my example and do whatever they are able to do to help. "If something happens to me, or you, I am sure we would like to be helped also."

All proceeds from André's "uplifting" instrumental track will be donated to the Red Cross, which will also provide support to victims of the recent Queensland floods. Given André's enormous popularity in Australia, it's hoped his generous decision to donate all proceeds from Yours Forever will mean relief for large numbers of Aussie families. But donations aside, André is a believer in the healing powers of music itself, having relied on songs to help him through times of trouble. "I myself took a lot of comfort from music when I was sad or when something went wrong," André says.

Happily married for more than 30 years to Marjorie, and devoted to his two sons, André also knows the importance of family and can understand the devastation of losing a loved one.

"My heart goes out to you all," he says. "All of my feelings are with you who are suffering, all of my thoughts are with you, and all of my heart is with you.

"Have all of the courage you can."

►This is an article from Womans Day that came out in Australia today. Jann from the Aussie Fansite's computer is down and she can't post it, but she did manage to get it to me through email.

It's Carnival Time in André's Hometown of Maastricht!

It's Carnival Time 2009 in Maastricht!

Maastricht, Netherlands
22 Feb 2009 - 24 Feb 2009

Maastricht has the biggest of the *Dutch Carnivals, a three day party that's extended to a full week by some seasoned revellers. The show starts for real on Carnival Sunday, February 22nd when brass bands march through the city streets. Later, stages are set up for live music and DJs. Meanwhile, fancy dress parties take place in neighbourhoods throughout the city, each with music and entertainment laid on. Maastricht's many bars stay open all night through carnival, and the crowds enjoy singing and dancing in the streets, most of them wearing their 'pekskes' (carnival costumes). Everyone comes down to earth on Ash Wednesday, the day after carnival, when a portion of 'hieringe biete' (herring bites or snacks) is the traditional consolation.

For The History of Carnival in Maastricht Click Link Below ►http://crossroadsmag.eu/2007/02/the-history-of-carnival-in-maastricht/

►And Also Click Here For Live Vrijthof Webcam

*Note: Dutch Carnival is basically the same as our "MARDI GRAS" that is going on now in New Orleans, Louisiana (Mardi Gras in Dutch is Carnival)

Adele Sees André in Insbrook

Olympic Hall in Innsbruck

Right on time the music started with the countdown clocks on the big screens and 76 Trombones. I just love that tune, and how very fitting. Seventy Six Trombones led the big parade, with a hundred and ten cornets close at hand they were followed by rows and rows of the finest virtuoso's …

Of course I know the programme, it will be exactly the same as in Munich 3 weeks ago, but It does not matter to me, I am there in the front row again, and I'm loving it. There was no 'high five' for me, I was too close to the centre of the stage.
André is on top form as usual. As he introduced the Tenors, and Gary, I gave a loud 'bravo'.. André looked straight at me. I think he thinks I am Australian! One of the highlights of the first half is Sopranos and tenors with the 'My Fair Lady Medley'... Wonderful stuff.

In the Second half André and the men are on stage, no ladies; they start fooling around and I am doing a bit of video, (if I can stop giggling enough, this might be OK for Youtube). Just then, Cord Peters started taking pictures with a Polaroid of André, who is 'posing'.. André throws the photo down ... it suddenly hits me what is going on.. (I should have remembered from Munich) I leap up from my chair, and I am on it like a bullet.. Its mine! There is nothing on the photo (in Munich I reported that it was a fake Polaroid). No folks, its the real thing! (if they do the same sketch on future tours) be prepared at the beginning of the second half if you are sitting 'on the floor'.. get up the front, André will throw the Polaroid photos down to you!
I missed out on having one of those photos in Munich, so now I am going for gold.. Another photo, I jump up, and André almost hands it down to me..But now others are starting to cotton on.. and are also approaching the stage.. a slightly stern husband says, "Babe, they are not all for you" ...
It was all over.. far too soon. We exited the Olympic hall and it was about -12 Celsius. I go and speak to the driver of the JSO bus, which is around the side. He tells me he thinks they will come out in about one and a half hours. I looked at my husband and he is shivering with cold & fed up that he did not get a nice dinner that evening, due to the concert and I have not got the heart to make him wait for the sought after autograph ....... I’ll try again in Maastricht.

PS ~ I did not know about the ‘hair discussion’ before I went to the concert, otherwise I would have concentrated on ‘hair photos’..! Frankly I find it hilaRIEUus ! OK, I take your point , looking at the photo with Frau Stolba from the Austrian tourist board. Yes, it is maybe a little shorter on the sides, but not excessively so. And from the back, it looks pretty much the same.. lovely curly locks. ~ Adele

André Rieu Receives Austrian Award

Rieu Receives Award From The Austrian National Tourist Office

Vienna (TP/OTS)
UTL: Dutch Artist as Ambassador of The Austrian Music Culture Honored

Following his acclaimed concert at the Wiener Stadthalle yesterday evening, Dr. Petra Stolba, Managing Director of the Austrian National Tourist Office, honored André Rieu for his contributions to the Austrian culture in the terms of tourism ~ in particular, in Australia.

During the course of his last world tour, the Dutch violinist and his Johann Strauss Orchestra conducted 11 concerts in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane in front of 300,000 enthusiastic Australians. As a backdrop, the Schönbrunn Palace, in its origional size, accompanied him.

The concerts were titled "A Romantic Night in Vienna". The enthusiasm was so great that within a few weeks, almost 200,000 DVDs of the concert were sold. Over 12,000 persons visited the Austrian National Tourist Office in Sydney to learn more about holidays in Austria, and hoping to win a trip to Vienna (sponsored by Emirates Airline). The enormous interest in Austria which Rieu created in Australia, gave the Austrian Tourist office the opportunity to honor the musician."André Rieu is a true ambassador of the Viennese waltz," remarked Dr. Petra Stolba as she recognized the achievements of this artist.

The award of the Honorary Medal of the Austrian National Tourist Office for special contributions to the Austrian tourism is a gesture, with which we want to express how much we appreciate his connection to the Austrian music. The enthusiasms which André Rieu creates in his concerts are more than anything imaginable. Austria and its culture benefit from the love of such a recognized artist.

This enthusiasm is true not only in the music alone, said Stolba in her presentation. The fact that the tradition of the Viennese Ball(et) is also part of the show (with debutantes from the Viennese dance school Elmayer), has the audience longing for holidays in Austria.

The fact that Australians love Vienna, could also be considered André Rieu's merrits: the last two months of the year 2008, there was despite the financial crisis and weak dollar, a double growth rate in tourism (50.8% in arrivals in November, December +24,4%) Of these, a total of just under 50,000 Australians visited Vienna and created around 117,000 overnight stays. The increase of Australian visitors in the whole of Austria in 2008 amounted to 121,000 arrivals (+4.5% vs. 2007) and 291,000 overnight stays (+4.6% vs. 2007).

Thank You to John for translating the full article for us!

Download "Yours Forever" From André Rieu Website!

►UPDATE: For those of you who didn't get André's Newsletter, You can now "Download Yours Forever" from André's Website for €2.50-$4.50AUD-$3.19USD!

►André Rieu Official Website

André Rieu's CD Single 'Yours Forever' Available Online

André's "Yours Forever" CD Available Online

For those of us outside of Australia ~ André's CD Single will be available to order from JB HI-FI in Melbourne on February 24th with all sales going to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal in Australia. Click on the link below for details. It might be wise to place a Pre-Order now.

►Order 'Yours Forever' at JB HI-FI

André Rieu Greatest Hits

"André Rieu Greatest Hits"
Commemorating André Rieu's 30 Years On Stage

I have received a 'Pre-sale' copy of André's new DVD "André Rieu Greatest Hits" to preview and I wanted to write a little about what I thought of it ... I wasn't sure how it would be, as it's all pieces that I have on other DVD's. I was very pleasantly surprised though!! I have watched it FIVE times now and just love it! It's not just his Greatest Hits ~ They have taken the favorites of all the fans pieces and then picked the favorite DVD that those pieces are on.

You start with, 'oh habet acht' from 100 Years of Strauss, to 'The Gadfly' from Dreaming, to what I think is the most dramatic recording of André's 'Bolero' from La Vie Est Belle!

I was so happy that they have added 'Toselli Serenade' and 'Ode to Maastricht' (with Benny Neyman) from The Homecoming ... then you are off to the beautiful square in Cortona with Lagune Waltz and Opera Potourri from Live in Tuscany ...... and many more places!

There's no 'talking' on this one ... it's All Music. Before each piece, they show you the name of it and a picture of the DVD that it is from, and then you are at that concert to watch and listen ... it's like taking a little trip in time and places with André, all on One DVD!! It's a great way to spend an afternoon. ~ Sue

This is a USA Release by Denon ~ March 3rd ►Click For DVD Track List

André Rieu Gives His Music To Australian Fire Victims

André Rieu Gives His Music To Raise Money For The

Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief Appeal

Following the unprecedented success of his debut Australian concert tour in November/December 2008 and his DVD ‘André Rieu Live in Australia’, which became the fastest selling music DVD in Australian history (and is still No. 1 on the ARIA Motorola DVD charts), André Rieu has created a song to raise money for Australians affected by recent disasters.

Moved by the terrible events that have overtaken Australia in the last two weeks, Andre felt compelled to assist in the best way he knew how, through his music.

The single ‘Yours Forever’, an inspiring and calming instrumental piece, written and performed by André Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra, will go on sale Wednesday February 18, with all proceeds going to The Red Cross Disaster Appeal.

André’s sincere message is simple ~ “I have watched with great sadness in my heart the natural disasters that have engulfed your country, and my thoughts are with each of you. I have always considered Australia to be my second home and I’d like to help in the best way that I can, through music. I believe music has a power to heal like nothing else and I’d like nothing more than to ease the sorrow of the wonderful people in this beautiful land”.
“In the hope it will provide some comfort and relief, I give to you all, my song ‘Yours Forever’. May it bring you hope and may it strengthen your spirit.”

The CD single ‘Yours Forever’ will be available in participating music outlets from February 18. All proceeds from sales of the single will go to the Red Cross to assist the victims of the 2009 bushfires.

We thank Universal Music for sending the CD Cover to Jann and allowing us to use it!

André Rieu Live Interview on Good Afternoon Limburg

Ineke and Ruud's Latest Translated Interview With André

On February 2nd, 2009 André appeared in a new afternoon talk show of the local L1 broadcast company. André looks forward to 2009 and 2010 with specials planned in Berlin (Brandenburger gate), Paris (Eiffel tower), his tour to South America and plans for South Africa. And he will become a grandfather!!

►Ineke/Ruud's Movie Site

Done in the Maastricht dialect ~Thanks to Ruud and John for the translation!

To All André Rieu Fans World Wide

The Fires in Melbourne Australia

To All André Fans Around The World

Our Australian fans and friends are experiencing a huge disaster and
we are putting this up here for any fans that would like to help.

You can go to the link below and donate with your credit card to The Red Cross in Australia. They have stated that 100% of their dontations for the fires are going TO the fires!

I just donated on it and it was very quick and easy and they

send you an instant official receipt in your email.

Red Cross in Australia Webpage:

http://www.redcross.org.au/default.asp

André Rieu's Latest Interview Limburg Television

News in André's Latest Interview From Ineke

Recently the Limburg TV channel L1 showed the program ~ 'Good Afternoon Limburg' (Goeiemiddag Limburg) with André as a guest. Of course I taped the interview and as soon as Ruud is home (he is for a few weeks in Ireland for his job) we'll do the translation and post it on our website. But I'd like to tell you the latest news from André's mouth! ~ Ineke

1. In 2010 he'll tour in Brazil and South Africa. Pierre is right now in Brazil to do the negotiations.

2. The interviewers asked André which city he would choose to live, if he could not live in Maastricht any more. He said he would always prefer Maastricht, but next would be New York, for that is the center of the whole world.

3. Central Park is not out of the picture, they are still talking about a performance there.

4. André intends to perform in front of the Brandenburger Tor (Berlin). That is a historic place because of the fall of the German wall (in Holland we called it "the Iron Curtain").

5. He also intends to perform in front of the Eiffel Tower (Paris).

6. He even intends to perform in Sydney in a park in front of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge (Botanical Garden?) on New Years Eve to create the biggest open air ballroom of the world. With dancing and fireworks. (My question: which year? New Years Eve 2009 seems impossible to me, for we purchased tickets for New Years Day concert in Cologne, Germany).

And last but not least ~ André is going to be a "Grandpa" from his oldest son Marc!!! What a surprise! In October 2008 Pierre married his Eefje, but we know nothing about Marc ... André was very happy to tell the news!

You can click here now to see the interview! ►Ineke/Ruud's Movie Site

André Announces TWO New Melbourne Concerts!

André Announces TWO New Melbourne Concerts!

Visa Entertainment Internet Presale Starts Friday, 6 February 4pm Ends Sunday, 8 February 5pm. Two new Melbourne shows have just been announced for André Rieu And the Johann Struass Orchestra on: Saturday, 31 October and Sunday, 1 November

At Rod Laver Arena and thanks to Visa Entertainment you have the chance to secure your tickets first! Don't miss André as he crosses the continent, filling night after night with breath-taking music. The tour will play an unforgettable new show across Australia and New Zealand.

Adele Attends André Rieu's Munich Concert!

Adele's Report on André's Munich Concert

This was my 2nd André Concert in Munich, so I ‘know the ropes’. We reach our seats in very good time, how can you be late for an event like this !

We're in Centre Front Row. The stage is not set nearly as high as in Maastricht, so I will easily be able to give him my carefully chosen flowers ; a half a dozen Roses with a Photo of myself and my little dog, Speedy (God rest her soul) with Franco and Cord, taken in Maastricht last summer ...

►Click Here For Adele's Full Concert Report

The Girls New Dresses are Beautiful!!

The Maastricht Banners Are Now In Progress!

The 2009 Banners For Maastricht Are Now in Progress!

Ineke has started the new Banners for Maastricht! She said it's a little difficult to work with them, but each year she gets better and better at it. After she has finished the banners, they will make a slide show of 'the making of '.
Here are a couple of pictures she sent just getting started on them. You can see the pictures of the last two years Banners she made too that shows you where they will go.

This Years Banners Will Say:

(Banner 1) FANS AROUND THE WORLD THANK ANDRÉ
(Banner 2) FOR THIRTY YEARS OF BEAUTIFUL MUSIC

Peggy Gets TWO André Rieu Autographs!

"I was so surprised to get TWO Autographs from André!"

The concert last night was great!! André and his orchestra were in a very good mood and they had a lot of fun on stage! The audience in Karlsruhe was also fantastic, so we all had a very nice evening!

After the concert we went to the bus, but we were not the only fans who were waiting for André. About 30 people were there. It was a very cold night and we thought that André would leave the hall in a few minutes, but no way. We waited about an hour and 45 minutes for André! In the meantime some people had gone home and when André came out of the hall, there were only about 10 people among us left waiting for him.

André and Johann came to the fans and he began to give autographs, it was so great to see him! And then it happened! ... André began to autograph the new cards for us! After he gave us the cards, I gave him two pictures that I had taken a few days ago in Duesseldorf :-). Before I gave him the pictures I said to him, "Mr. Rieu I know you haven't much time, but it would be great if you could sign this picture." And he signed it, and one for my girlfriend! I said to him, that I took the picture in Duesseldorf and he said, " Ah okay!" After he gave the autographs I thanked him and he walked to the bus.

André looked right into my eyes when he gave me the autographs and I was very nervous but also very happy!!!

It was one of the best concerts I ever saw and I love the new program! Now I must wait for Maastricht to see André and his orchestra again!

Many greetings from Germany, Peggy