André Léon Marie Nicolas Rieu (Dutch: [ˈɑndreː riˈjøː], French: [ɑ̃dʁe ʁjø]; born 1 October 1949) is a Dutch violinist and conductor best known for creating the waltz -playing Johann Strauss Orchestra. Rieu and his orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring act. He resides in his native Maastricht.

The yearly concert series by André Rieu in his home town Maastricht once started as a once-off event in 2005. But the sympathetic gesture of the violinist in his home town turned into an astounding success. Since then, the Rieu concerts on Vrijthof square have become one of the most popular live acts in the world.

Experience Andre Rieu's Magic in his Hometown of Maastricht

For the third year in a row, Andre Rieu will host 3 open-air concerts (July 6, 7 and 8) in his hometown of Maastricht.