Andre Rieu In Maastricht, Still Fascinating
Photo. . . Kay Francis
Six Days Rieu in Maastricht: a phenomenon that stays fascinating.
July 24, 2011
The last Rieu Evening for 2011 is about to start. A concert series where a lot of time was spent watching the weather. Today is no exception. The public on the Vrijthof square have not seen a single concert, or at least a part of a concert, without a slight drizzle. From four o’clock onwards a long, but not wide, rain front stretched from the northwest to the southeast over the Netherlands. If only the weather could hold from one until eight in Maastricht. Overall André Rieu and his organisation can feel satisfied about the weather conditions. His fanatic audience can surely also benefit if the weather stays pleasant for the open air concert.
The concerts were phenomenal. For six days Maastricht was filled with breathtaking adoration for this guru. The worship is fascinating. Not a single concert deviated from another. Improvisation is not a theme for the perfectionistic André Rieu. The choice of music provided the audience with an unforgettable evening. His three tenors and trio sopranos once again made a huge impression on Rieu’s fans. Irrespective of what the critics of Rieu think, say or write-the public enjoys his choice of music and that is all that counts. Those who think differently should rather stay home. The most fascinating aspect of all is that this is not only applicable in Maastricht, but also in the rest of Europe and all over the world. For André Rieu and his fans, The Last Waltz is not over yet for a very long time.
Our thanks to Deirdre for translating this story!
Categories: ANDRE RIEU, 2011 Concerts, Netherlands - Maastricht
Thanks for the comments and photo. He certainly ages so handsomely.I wish I could have been at the Maastricht, but I am looking forward to attending his concert in Pittsburgh, Pa. November 20th can't come soon enough. Thanks again.
DEIRDRE, thank you for translating this though I must say nothing is a surprise, Andre'gives us His all, perfectionist is a good description of Himself & yet He makes it all seem so natural & easy, we know He gets nervous, but this too is important to Him, for once the show starts He explodes, a bit like a watch spring, but sooooooo Good, personally I can never get enough of what Andre' & His people give us, I am continually thanking God for this Man & His music;
How can Maastricht not be fascinated by this phenomenal man!? He will keep on fascinating people wherever he goes!! André always has a surprise or two up his sleeve!! Oh he plays the world's most beautiful music with so much passion and expression!! What a wonderful man!!
Jeanine Ann, thank you for the beautiful photo!!! xxxxx
Andre has put the spotlight on Maastricht, they should love him. How many of us had never heard of Maastricht before Andre Rieu came along?
THE PHOTOGRAPH IS FROM KAY!!!!!
Thanks for such an awesome email, I love receiving them catching up on all the latest news, who cares about the weather on goes for the music, a little bit of damp does no harm to anyone. As long as Andre performs here in SA. We will go to his shows!!!!!!Cheryll xxx
Definition of fascinating
Of great interest and attraction,
enchanting,charming,captivating
All those wonderful words describe Our Gorgeous Man
I have been fascinated by Andre since the first day I saw him and will be until my last
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Hi Josephine - could it be that you have seen Andre Rieu recently!!! Hugs