André Rieu's "Masterpieces" is a captivating journey through the world of classical music, released in 2007 under the Philips label. This orchestral masterpiece spans a full hour and features a collection of timeless compositions that showcase Rieu's virtuosity and the brilliance of his orchestra. The album includes iconic pieces such as "The Second Waltz," "O mio babbino caro" from the opera "Gianni Schicchi," and the enchanting "Winter" from Vivaldi's "Four Seasons." Rieu's rendition of "An der schönen blauen Donau" (The Blue Danube) is a standout, offering a lush and romantic interpretation of this beloved waltz. The medleys and selections from operas like "Thaïs" and "Gianni Schicchi" add depth and variety to the album. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, "Masterpieces" offers a rich and satisfying listening experience.
Medley: Strauss PartyJohann Strauss I, Gioachino Rossini, Franz von Suppé, Franz Lehár, Hermann Dostal, Jacques Offenbach, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
The Second Waltz, Op. 99aDmitri Shostakovich, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
O mio babbino caro - From The Opera "Gianni Schicchi"Giacomo Puccini, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
WinterAntonio Vivaldi, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald, Op. 325Johann Strauss II, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Unter Donner und Blitz, Op. 324Johann Strauss II, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Kaiserwalzer Opus 437Johann Strauss II, Jo Huijts, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Les PatineursÉmile Waldteufel, André Rieu
Strauss & Co - MedleyJohann Strauss II, Franz Lehár, Emmerich Kálmán, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Londonderry AirTraditional, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra, Teun Ramaekers
Meditation - From The Opera "Thaïs"Jules Massenet, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
An der schönen blauen Donau, Op. 314Johann Strauss II, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
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