Andre Rieu Foundation

Welcome to the André Rieu Fund page! We are thrilled to share with you the wonderful initiative created by the world-renowned violinist and conductor, André Rieu. In partnership with Jeugdfonds Cultuur Limburg, a youth culture foundation in his home province of Limburg, Netherlands, André Rieu has established the "André Rieu Fund" to support music education for children in the region.

With a generous donation of €425,000 (£360,000), the fund aims to provide music lessons for 1,000 children who might not otherwise have the opportunity to learn. André Rieu's passion for music and his commitment to giving back to his community have made this initiative possible.

In today's world, music education is increasingly disappearing from schools, leaving many children without the chance to experience the joy and benefits of making music. André Rieu and his orchestra members know firsthand the immense pleasure and satisfaction that comes from making music and sharing it with others. Through the André Rieu Fund, they hope to pass on this gift to the next generation.

The "André Rieu Relay Fund" is a unique aspect of this initiative. André Rieu has pledged to fund the program for the first year, after which another benefactor will be sought to continue supporting music education for these children in subsequent years. Learning to play an instrument takes time and dedication, so the goal is to ensure the fund can support these young musicians throughout their journey.

The impact of the André Rieu Fund extends beyond the realm of music. By providing access to music education, the initiative fosters the development of important life skills, such as discipline, creativity, and self-expression. Investing in the cultural enrichment of these children not only enriches their lives but also contributes to the vitality and well-being of the entire community.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable work of the André Rieu Fund and the transformative power of music education. Together, we can create a world where every child has the opportunity to experience the joy of making music and to discover their own unique voice.

Thank you for your interest in the André Rieu Fund. We look forward to sharing the progress and success stories of the young musicians who benefit from this incredible initiative.

André Rieu is a unique musician and conductor who enchants the world with his passion for classical music and his unforgettable concerts. As the founder of the Johann Strauss Orchestra, he has succeeded in making classical music accessible to a wide audience and has inspired millions of people with waltzes and music from opera, film, musicals, operettas and traditional melodies. His charisma, warm personality and cheerful orchestra have made him a globally acclaimed artist.

Rieu's concerts are more than just musical performances - they are experiences full of emotion, joy and community. He brings people of all ages and cultures together to enjoy the sheer beauty of music. With his positive personality and humorous manner, he has managed to modernise the classical music scene and imbue it with a fresh, vivacious vibe.

With his extraordinary concerts, which also take place in open-air venues and in the world's largest concert halls, André Rieu has moved countless hearts and proven that music is a universal language that unites people. Giving performances that emanate joy and optimism, he instils a feeling of ease and happiness in his audiences.

Rieu is not only an extraordinary artist, but also a tireless ambassador for the power of music to inspire and unite people. His passion and commitment have made him an outstanding figure in the world of music, admired and cherished by many.