Feb 10, 2015

André Rieu Musician or Mountebank?

André Rieu Musician or Mountebank?
 
Martin Buzacott - He's a byword for kitsch, a shibboleth among the classical cognoscenti, but André Rieu is also one of those rare classical musician who can fill stadiums and reach an entirely new audience. Is he just a musical showman, or are we underestimating him? From Australia, Martin Buzacott explores the phenomenon that is André Rieu.


Thanks to Ineke for sending this

2 comments:

  1. Anonymous10 February, 2015

    Lots of sour grapes in the classical music world. Quality always shows through in the end.
    Thanks for this!
    Jennifer D.

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  2. Anonymous11 February, 2015

    AR and the JSO give much pleasure to many thousands of fans, as can be seen by the happy faces at their concerts. This music fills a gap in the market which is enjoyed by many. Don't listen if you don't like it!

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