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The Christmas I Love

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Andre Rieu proves again he is the best of the best! I bought this CD in october 1997, a few weeks before Andre's concert In Quebec city. In this CD, you'll find all the classics of Christmas. They are well played because Andre and his orchestra know how to bring us the atmosphere of Christmas. The desing of the CD is well done. If you,re looking for good music, please try this CD You'll enjoy it. If you have the occasion to see his Christmas concert on TV, watch it. It's very beautiful.

This his not the first CD made by Andre. In 1992, he released "Spielt Die Schonten Weihnachtslieder".

Sometimes I think the only person who is happy that Public television is financially challenged, other that certain legislators who believe that it is too liberal and the culmination of all that is evil, is Andre Rieu. Now don't get me wrong, this happy Dutch musician who models himself after Johan Straus is not a cruel or vindictive person. At least from what I can tell he's not, but let's face it. If PBS did not have financial woes, Andre Rieu, one of its favorite stars, would not have received the exposure he has, and his sales in the United States would probably be next to nothing. Of course for anyone who has ever seen one of his extravaganzas, we would be missing something enjoyable. He's musically sound and he knows how to entertain, and quiet frankly, though some classical purists may cringe at his name, I don't believe the composers whose music he uses are rolling in their graves because it's become popular once again.

Of all his concerts and CDs, I enjoy THE CHRISTMAS I LOVE the most. The jitterbug version of "Jingle Bells" shows that an old tune can produce new tricks. His arrangement of "The Holy City" (a.k.a. "Jerusalem") is almost as moving as when it is performed with a vocalist. The recording has a number of medleys that include favorites from all over Europe show how Christmas has such an international flair. For me, however, this album provides true variety. Many of the carols are not familiar to Americans, so we hear something different yet also authentic to the holiday season.

I'm surprised that there have not been other Rieu Christmas discs. He's an original musician and a consummate showman, so I'm sure there's more he could do with holiday music, but maybe he knows he has a classic with this collection and it will stand the test of time.

Another wonderful Andre Rieu CD. All the Rieu recordings and videos are a breath of fresh air - a joy to the soul.

We are Christmas music enthusiasts... classical mainly, with scads of Christmas CDs. I have to say this is THE go-to Christmas album. It seems to fit any mood. It is at times reflective and nice on low for parties, or dinner, but it is also happy & cheerful... for decorating the house! It never gets old at our house. I notice that not only I reach for it, but so do my children! Classically produced... a favorite!

I thoroughly enjoyed this Christmas DVD . I want to buy more of Andre Rieu.

Though this CD is obviously from a younger Rieu, the music is wonderful. I love his music and this was one was no disappointment. It really emphasizes the spirit of Christmas

Coming from a European family, I totally appreciate the fact that Andre Rieu includes not only the usual American music, but German and classical melodies I remember from my childhood Christmases.

If you want a beautiful, adult christmas "album"/CD, choose this one. The arrangements are awesome. White Christmas, Jesu Bambino, Ave Maria, Still Still Still - all beautifully orchestrated. Enjoy!!!

Christmas music in a magnificent setting. A beautiful way to help celebrate the Christmas Holiday

You won't be disappointed by this CD from Andre Rieu. He brings new life to best-loved Christmas carols and songs while also introducing us to some less-familiar, but very beautiful, Christmas songs.

Personally, this is one of my favorite relaxing Christmas CDs, though some of the songs do have a more up-beat tempo, which is nice too. Really, this CD is what you've come to expect from Andre Rieu-taking well-known songs and causing you to experience them in a whole new way.

I was very pleased with the CD and would recommend it to everyone.

All of Andre Rieu's music is very enjoyable to listen to.