André Rieu

Classical music, Musical Artist

1949 –

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Who is André Rieu?

André Léon Marie Nicolas Rieu is a Dutch violinist and conductor best known for creating the waltz-playing Johann Strauss Orchestra. Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring music act, as successful as some of the biggest global pop and rock music acts.

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Born
Oct 1, 1949
Maastricht
Also known as
  • Andri Rieu
  • Andre Rieu
  • André Léon Marie Nicolas Rieu
  • Rieu, André
Parents
Spouses
Children
Nationality
  • Netherlands
Profession
Education
  • Conservatorium Maastricht
    ( - 1973)
  • Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel
    (1974 - 1977)
  • Royal Conservatory of Liège
    (1968 - )
Lived in
  • Maastricht

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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