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Andre' Rieu : 100 years of Strauss

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André Rieu proves again he is the "King of the waltz". This CD was made to celebrate the 100Th anniversary of the death of Johann Strauss II. When you listen the CD, it's like the orchestra is in your house. I hope Amazon.com will sell the VHS of 100 jahre Strauss and soon. This is a must for all André Rieu's fans.

Fun and playful, this music just washes over you. Strauss composed so many nice waltzes that his operas, so exquisitely angelic, are often overlooked. You'll find a few highlights here - "Draussen In Sievering Blu" being my favorite.

The rest is pure joy. I like to listen to this and dream myself away to some far off place. I like to imagine that I'm standing by the ocean, flowers blooming along the hillside. I can feel the wind and hear the birds .... singing.

For all who love the gentle sound this is the CD to purchase. All Andre's works are great - this is no exception. We were fortunate to see Andre and the orchestra live in Chicago last week. What a wonderful show. Had our 4 yr old grandson with who was mesmerized for the full 2 1/2 hours. What a talent to draw fans from 4 to 100. There were teens waltzing in the isles along with seniors and all ages in between. Thanks Andre, and thanks Amazon for making his works available. JGY

I have never heard such beautiful music until I learned of Andre Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orcherstra! It is absolutely wonderful! I was thrilled beyond belief when I finally had the opportunity to go and see them in concert (May 2000) in Toronto. I ended up going by myself. Altogether, the trip, stay and concert ticket were a small fortune for me. The result however was unimagineable and astounding! In fact I had never been to a concert before in my life. I was saving it for the best. This was the night of all nights, for me! Not to mention that I had a terrific seat. Andre is not exactly hard to look at either! The way in which he handles his members and himself is very unique as well! His music is so uplifting and peaceful. I could listen to it all day! My wish is to see him again, soon. My dream is to go back to Europe and see him there.

I have always loved the music of Strauss. There's something magical about it that appeals to just about every age. Who can resist the pull of the waltz? And Andre Rieu has made a terrific album. It never fails to lift the spirits no matter what. This album though is not strictly dedicated to the waltz. There are a few other pieces by Strauss that are just as wonderful. Some I hadn't heard before, but they soon became etched in my soul with the ones I was familiar with. Andre makes classical music very accessible to all people with his television specials and charismatic style. Oh, and did I forget to mention that he is also cute? And on top of all that he's one hell of a violinist..WOW!

I first heard Andre Rieu perform on PBS, and was enthralled with his music. It is absolutely beautiful.

I first watched him perform on PBS in March, and fell in love with his music. This was the first CD I obtained of his, and I play it everyday. His music is so moving, and makes me "feel" so good. I now own 5 other CD's of his and will continue to get them, as they are available. The best music I have ever listened to.

An excellent recording. The same quality like the in Concert and the Vienna I love CD. After the romantic moments interlude, an oldfashioned waltz and polka mix. A must have (if you are a Strauss or Waltz fan that is to say)

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