Etude for piano No. 3 in E major, Op. 10/3, CT. 16
O Mio Babbino Caro (O My Darling Boy)
Londonderry Air (Danny Boy), folk song
Adagio
Sphären-Klänge (Music of the Spheres), walzer, Op. 235
Meine Lippen, sie küssen so heiß, for voice & piano (or orchestra) (fro
Plaisir d'amour, for voice & piano (or orchestra)
Wiener Lied (Viennese Song)
Adagio
Serenade for voice & piano or orchestra (Rimpianto) No 1, Op 6
Die Letzte Rose (as interpolated into "Martha")
Symphony No. 9 in E minor ("From the New World"), B. 178 (Op. 95) (firs
Love Theme
Set the table, open the wine, light some candles. Slip on this disc. Let the gentle sounds of André Rieu's slippery fiddle and fur-tipped orchestra lull you with classical music's most memorable soothers, from "O Mio ... more »Babbino Caro" and "Plasir D'Amour" to the largo from Dvorák's New World Symphony and Nino Rota's "A Time for Us," which opens and closes the collection. Lightweight stuff, yes, but ingenuously arranged and performed, and the ribbon of reverb that surrounds the orchestra will please erstwhile Mantovani fans. --Jed Distler« less
Set the table, open the wine, light some candles. Slip on this disc. Let the gentle sounds of André Rieu's slippery fiddle and fur-tipped orchestra lull you with classical music's most memorable soothers, from "O Mio Babbino Caro" and "Plasir D'Amour" to the largo from Dvorák's New World Symphony and Nino Rota's "A Time for Us," which opens and closes the collection. Lightweight stuff, yes, but ingenuously arranged and performed, and the ribbon of reverb that surrounds the orchestra will please erstwhile Mantovani fans. --Jed Distler
David Robinson | Oakland, CA United States | 08/04/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Try not to think about the cheesy "Andre Rieu in Tuscany" PBS special. This is a very pleasing program of selections of great romantic melodies, beautifully arranged. Few people are going to purchase a CD of Dvorak's Rusalka just to hear "Song to the Moon" so this is the place to hear it. And it's even better on Rieu's violin than in the original vocal version. Rieu plays perfectly in tune (not always easy in the higher registers of the violin) and has exquisite phrasing that brings out the musicality of even the most over-recorded selections.
Rhieu's arrangements (with Jo Huijts) have hints of "beautiful music" (think Ray Coniff) but only hints, and the result is very tasteful. For example, the piano obligato under the strings on "O mio babbino caro" makes you wish that Puccini had thought of that.
This is a wonderful album to listen to while relaxing and would make a great gift for someone who appreciates classical music but doesn't have specific preferences."
Exhilarating!
Monika Donahue | Arizona | 02/16/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD contains many of my favorite tunes. I have owned it for quite a while and have bought 2 of them. I keep one CD in the bedroom to help me fall asleep and one in the living room to help me relax. It always makes me feel better after listening to it. Anybody who likes beautiful music will love it. I would recommend it to anyone. Many thanks to PBS for introducing me to Andre Rieu and his orchestra. Andre Rieu is a master on the violin and makes these famous tunes sound especially wonderful."
Andre Rieu - Romantic Moments
Carolyn Lamonaca Brown | Egg Harbor, NJ USA | 11/23/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If you haven't bought this CD as yet - do so now. It is truly a haunting, awesome CD. Mr. Rieu makes his violin speak. Just beautiful!"
Beautiful
G. Sawaged | Canada | 10/09/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the perfect album to relax and reflect to. Andre Rieu is a very talented violinist and orchestra leader. He has also done classical music a great service, as he has introduced those people who otherwise would not have given classical music a chance, and made it accessible to all. Who can not be touched by such beautiful music? The booklet includes photos and an introduction by Andre. Highly recommended."
Calm for the Soul
William H Tribe | Ogden Utah | 11/29/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Romantic moments is a breath of fresh air. You don't have to take vitimines to listen to this one. Andre' is all about "If it sounds good it is good" Andre' Rieu should be available on DVD. VHS format does not represent the sound. Buy the CD"