Andre Rieu Music Quotes & Sayings

I know that when I like music, when it touches my heart, that it will touch your heart, too. That, I think, is the secret to my success. — Andre Rieu

I believe that music in itself heals and that everything is about the power of the mind. I thought if you are happy, you don't get ill. Your health is in your head. When you are satisfied with your work, you don't get ill. — Andre Rieu

I make music to touch the souls of people as it's a language we all can speak. — Andre Rieu

Contrary to popular opinion, classical music does not have to be enjoyed amid exclusive circles, there need not be any snobbishness attached to it. It's there for everyone. I play for the people. — Andre Rieu

Mozart composed his music not for the elite, but for everybody. — Andre Rieu

I think there are people who use classical music to say, 'I am better than you, because I know all the rules and you don't.' You're not allowed to have fun or entertain. — Andre Rieu

We should make decisions in life with our hearts, not our brains, not only in music but in daily life. — Andre Rieu

The classical music world is so snobbish. — Andre Rieu

Where would I be without Johann Strauss's beautiful 'Blue Danube?' Without this piece of music I wouldn't be the man I am today. It's a tune that brings out the emotion in everyone and makes them want to waltz. — Andre Rieu

It is a real piece of art if you can make a waltz sound like it is the easiest piece of music to play, because it's really not. — Andre Rieu