André Rieu's captivating album, Viva Olympia, is a masterful blend of classical and orchestral music, showcasing the renowned artist's incredible talent. Released on 5 August 2016 through André Rieu Productions, this 53-minute live recording is a testament to Rieu's ability to mesmerise audiences with his exceptional musicianship.
Featuring a diverse range of tracks, from the iconic 'You'll Never Walk Alone' and 'Amazing Grace' to the lively 'Brasil Medley' and 'Radetzky March, Op. 228', Viva Olympia is a true celebration of music. Rieu's rendition of 'Ode to Joy' from Beethoven's 'Symphony No. 9, Op. 125' is particularly noteworthy, highlighting his skill in interpreting classical compositions.
The album also showcases Rieu's flair for the dramatic, with powerful performances of 'Gloria all'Egitto, ad Iside' from Verdi's 'Aida' and 'Opera Potpourri'. The inclusion of 'Auld Lang Syne' and 'Manhã de Carnaval' adds a touch of nostalgia and whimsy, demonstrating Rieu's versatility as a musician.
With Viva Olympia, André Rieu invites listeners to experience the magic of his live performances, where the beauty of classical music meets the energy of a captivating orchestral production. This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music and those who appreciate the artistry of André Rieu.
Tracks
Viva Olympia - LiveJan-Peter Fröhlich, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Opera Potpourri - LiveGeorges Bizet, Giuseppe Verdi, Leonardus Caerts, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
You'll Never Walk Alone (From Musical "Carousel") - LiveRichard Rodgers, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Auld Lang Syne - LiveTraditional, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Parade of the Charioteers - LiveMiklós Rózsa, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Manhã de Carnaval - LiveLuiz Bonfá, Luigi Creatore, Hugo Peretti, George David Weiss, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Ai Se Eu Te Pego - LiveAline Medeiros Da Fonseca, Karina Assis Vinagre, Amanda Grasiele Mesquita Teixeira, Sharon Acioly Arcoverde, Antonio Carlos Paim Cerqueira, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Brasil Medley - LiveZequinha De Abreu, Ary Evangelista Barroso, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Ode to Joy (Final Movement from "Symphony No. 9, Op. 125") - LiveLudwig van Beethoven, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Amazing Grace - LiveTraditional, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Gloria all'Egitto, ad Iside (From the Opera "Aida") - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Second Waltz (From "Jazz Suite No. 2") - LiveDmitri Shostakovich, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Amigos Para Siempre - LiveAndrew Lloyd Webber, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Radetzky March, Op. 228 - LiveJohann Strauss I, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Strauss & Co - LiveJohann Strauss II, Franz Lehár, Emmerich Kálmán, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
Marina - LiveRocco Granata, André Rieu, Johann Strauss Orchestra
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