Andre Rieu Arrives in New Zealand
Andre Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra
Arrive in New Zealand
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Celebrated musician Andre Rieu and his orchestra were greeted with a traditional Powhiri as they arrived at Auckland Airport this evening. The chart-topping Dutch violinist is kicking off his 2009 Arena Tour with two spectacular shows at the Vector Arena this weekend. Rieu, best known for creating an international revival in waltz music, has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide. His 2008 Australian Tour broke classical concert records and he has sold more than 200,000 DVDs in New Zealand. Rieu's six CD box set "The 100 Most Beautiful Melodies" recently peaked at number five in the New Zealand Album Chart. SHOW DATES: Andre Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra Saturday, October 24 - Vector Arena (sold out) |
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This has got to be the most unique & exciting welcoming ceremony I've ever seen. I had to go learn about it & the Maori people. What an interesting subject it is. I saw a video of the powhiri & I have to tell you the first part of the ceremony where the Maori advance towards the guest could be somewhat frightning if you didn't understand what was going on. I am very impressed with this different culture I'd never heard of before. And before I forget, happy concert Reuben!
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This is a great article Prudence. What a greeting Andre received! The photos are wonderful. Thanks so much. I would like to learn more about these nice people also. Hugs
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Looks like our Kiwi cousins gave Andre a great traditional welcome. The Maori songs and dances are both beautiful and exciting to watch and listen to. I hope there's a news report on TV about it today, would love to see exactly how it was. Am sure Andre and the JSO would have loved it.
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This is all news to me, I've got some googling to do to bring myself up todate.
Thank you Prudence for this article
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Thank you Andrea for such an amazing evening. we had a blast which we will treasure for a lifetime. Thank you.
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Thanks Shirley! Both concerts were absolutely awesome! It's so unbelievable to see the person from the TV so, so close in real life! They performed excellently on both nights! It was so exciting! I'm sure André enjoyed it as much as everyone in the audience did. By far, the highlight of the year for me.
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HA, I knew you would enjoy it! I went to your website to look at your pictures & get your impressions. Like I said, the smile on your face says it all.
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