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Early life and studies
André Rieu was born into a musical family on October 1, 1949 in Maastricht in the Netherlands. He began studying violin at the age of five. His father was a conductor. From a very young age he developed a fascination with orchestra. He studied violin at the Conservatoire Royal in Liège and in the Conservatorium Maastricht, (1968–1973). His teachers included Jo Juda and Herman Krebbers. From 1974 to 1977, he attended the Music Academy in Brussels, studying with André Gertler, winning the Premier Prix at the academy. |
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Latest News in english
about André Rieu
Andre Rieu Best Selling Male Artist of the World Date: 28 Jul 2009
Yahoo.com -
Andre Rieu is the world's most successful male touring artist of the first half of 2009, according to Billboard magazine. The leading music industry publication has published an overview of the 25 best selling tours and Rieu ranked number 4.
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Andre Rieu: A Concert Like No Other Date: 12 Jul 2009
The Epoch Times -
In his inimitable style that combines well-known classics with popular favorites, waltz-king Andre Rieu and his orchestra delighted audiences on his 30th Anniversary Tour 2009.
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French anoint Garrett Date: 26 Jun 2009
The Australian -
THE French Ordre des Arts et des Lettres boasts an eclectic and impressive list of recipients, including Marcel Marceau, Bob Dylan, Clint Eastwood, Kylie Minogue and Andre Rieu.
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Andre Rieu anniversary tour stops in Valley Date: 22 Jun 2009
East Valley Tribune -
The King of Waltz is bringing his classical music spectacular to the Valley on Tuesday.
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From Andre Rieu with love Date: 18 Jun 2009
BigPond News -
Dutch maestro Andre Rieu has made an Australian grandmother's day, giving her an expensive European violin.
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Andre Rieu: A Concert Like No Other Date: 18 Jun 2009
The Epoch Times -
Andre Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra brought their unique blend of classical and modern music to Vancouver.
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From Andre Rieu with love Date: 18 Jun 2009
Sky News Australia -
Dutch maestro Andre Rieu has made an Australian grandmother's day, giving her an expensive European violin.
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Rieu gives grandmother a $2500 violin (AAP) (Yahoo!7 Entertainment News)
Date: 17 Jun 2009
Dutch maestro Andre Rieu has made an Australian grandmother's day, giving her an expensive European violin.
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