I listen with great appreciation to the greatest talents from around the world and one performing artist that has built a brand around himself is André Rieu. In the following video he and his large orchestra plays a waltz written by Sir. Anthony Hopkins about 50 years ago, in the presence of Sir. Anthony Hopkins. Look at his wife next to him and feel the emotion, pretty fantastic.
Another performance I keep returning to is this one that he did on stage with "Bond" more than ten years ago, please enjoy:
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Hi @fyrstikken , I would never have imagined you as someone who enjoys classical music, I also was not aware that Sir. Anthony Hopkins is a composer. From watching the video , Sir. Anthony Hopkins was taken by surprise when he heard his composition. André Rieu violin skills is true mastery of an art that is slowly disappearing in a world of high tech music. Both of the compositions were an absolutely pleasure to listen to. Thank you for sharing!
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You are welcome :)
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Thank you so much for the upvote of my comment @fyrstikken and also for replying. Cheers
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Believe it or not, Billy Joel has done some classical pieces too:
https://video.search.yahoo.com/yhs/search;_ylt=AwrTcdyGLH5ZFuoAQFcPxQt.;_ylu=X3oDMTByZDNzZTI1BGNvbG8DZ3ExBHBvcwMyBHZ0aWQDBHNlYwNzYw--?p=billy+joel+%2B+classical&fr=yhs-iry-fullyhosted_003&hspart=iry&hsimp=yhs-fullyhosted_003#id=3&vid=f96aa8a2ecd3890b4bf865074c25aa5b&action=view
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I had never heard of André Rieu nor Sir Anthony Hopkins. There are so many amazing composers & conductors in the world (I studied piano in college) that we never got to in my program.
I really enjoyed the elegant simplicity of Hopkins' writing. It's refreshing at a time in the world where so many things are needlessly complicated, including our art. I loved seeing the expressions on different audience members as well as the Hopkins and his wife. It underscores the intense "livingness" of music.
Thanks for sharing @fyrstikken!
Here is a piece I really enjoy by the revolutionary composer Dolores Catherino. She invented a system of pitch division called polychromatism. Warning: this music is quite unusual to the ears at first because it uses intervals not in our "typical" scale of 12 notes. Over time the ears will expand after listening to microtonal music and grow to like it. :) I hope you enjoy her composition called "Recurrence."
All credit goes to Dolores Catherino as composer of this interesting style of music. How did you feel as you listened/ watched this?
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Wow - This is astounding - I'm going to check into more of her music. Thanks @d-pend ! Fascinating .....
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Great, please do! Glad you enjoyed it :)
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The style of music felt a little like Vangelis.
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This is some superb music @fyrstikken
Just watching Anthony Hopkins happily dance in his seat makes me happy! haha
Perfect! Just perfect! The music is perfect, the hall is perfect even the dresses of the violinist are perfect!!!!!
Thanks for this great share! :)
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It was a wonderful tribute to (Sir?) Anthony Hopkins. playing his own waltz! Keep posting this kind of stuff and you'll get upvotes from me.
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Absolutely fantastic music, so beautiful. I have never heard of it before but it's really emotional and it touches my heart. Thanks for sharing. I personally don't listen to much music, I love to enjoy the silence! But this is something extra:)
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Here's another moving piece:
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I love this guy!
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Absolutely amazing, thanks!
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Hey Dude,
This is nearly 2 hours but worth it. A classic performance by Ludovico Einaudi at the Royal Albert Hall in 2010.
Enjoy.
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Libertango by Alison Balsom!
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There is nothing more exciting to watch than some very talented women that are beautiful and have such infectious smiles when they are having fun at what they do.
Great video no matter how many times it has been around.
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Ok here is a piece I absolutely loved. Vavilov's Ave Maria with Russian Horns (starts at 20 sec)
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It's beautiful @fyrstikken! Utterly delightful and heavenly music flowing from André Rieu and his large orchestra. And the looks on Sir Anthony Hopkins and his wife, Stella Arroyave's face is one of sheer pleasure at the excellent rendition! Lovely to watch. Totally brings a smile onto my face too. :)
André Rieu is definitely gifted. Am feeling like dancing to the second video (with Bond) now! :D
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Love Glen Frey's
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Nothing like women and violins
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Andre Rieu is amazing. Have you hear 'music of the night' by andre rieu? I dont knw why, for some unknow reason, i tear up the first time i heard it. And my heart continues to 'break into pieces' every time i hear that song. Does it give you the strange feeling too?
Violin is such a powerful instrument, the queen of instruments they say. And an orchestra, all together is just mesmerizing. Brings out so many emotions, for some unknown reason.
Ive only recently discovered the 'electric light orchestra', british band. Cant believe havent heard from them before (Cant load here, im on a mobile) but did post about about it a few days ago. Let me know if you like it:)
Cheers to great music!
Krys
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Instrumentals are often enough. Thinking Ocean is an apt addition as we swim in the see of minnows, dolphins and whales :)
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Wow, it is amazing and beautiful, @fyrstikken...
Thanks!
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Hi @fyrstikken. What an amazing experience, the atmosphere and sound of each instrument can be appreciated. Classical music is the foundation of all music played today but yet so little of it is heard or appreciated. The intimate settings in both videos allows the viewer to also be a part of the experience. I really enjoyed both videos.
I hope you enjoy my choice.
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Wow amazing.
It must be the most romantic couple.
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Very good music to be heard @fyrstikken
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This is some good shit
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AMAZING! we need some more like this!
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@fyrstikken wow what a nice song its really nice feeling to me while i hear it.
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Thank You For Sharing This Fantastic Artist @fyrstikken 👍 He's Amazing!!! Definitely turned me on to something "New & Refreshing" I instantly got hooked!! I watched a few videos thanks to you!!!
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An inspiration that is not saturated, never feel bored with something like this. Classical music gives the strains of a tone that makes it a source of inspiration. The strains of his music are calm until tight, presenting a lyrical value for the listener. Because more classical music is presented on the strains of the tone, without the lyrics of the song. I love this stream of music. Thanks for sharing @fyrstikken
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Very charismatic and emotional performances !
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What a nice surprise!
Played it while I was cooking in the kitchen and that was fun!
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Music transcends all language, and conveys emotions so easily.
Also, it's so cute how Anthony Hopkins is singing along
That was truly beautiful x
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Bond is good cruisin' music!
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I like this kinda stuff!
After a smoke and get in my "cool mojo" mode,
I definitely appreciate vibes like that...
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Fretty fantastic. I like post you. Amazing
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Yes André is awesome!! As a kid my parents always played his music at home. This year I started taking some violin classes, unfortunately I stopped because I couldn't find enough time to practice.
But the violin is such a beautiful instrument and very hard to play, to set the right tone and feeling... André is such a classical talent who can make a violin sound so pure.
I LOVE IT!
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Woow man it sound smooth he has a perfect sense of music, simply perfect. I will try to hear it while i'm working. Thanks
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Outstanding music , full of emotion and support . Now music is all about cursing , sex , drugs , this is where real music comes in . @fyrstikken
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I guess those musicians have their share in sex and drugs. But they probably talk politely during.
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Amazing
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Music is food to the soul, it connect with human emotions .
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@fyrstikken I loved Andre Rieu music since moment I heard it. You might love this song... It is performed by Nahko Bear from band Medicine for the people. Name of the song is 'Aloha Ke Akua'. Lyrics and video are great
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Beautiful music. Sir Anthony Hopkins is also a painter.
Here are some of his works:
https://anthonyhopkinsart.com/gallery/
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So emotional music I like to hear this type of music again. Thanx for sharing.....
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My edited work, digital art manipulation, I hope you are interested @fyrstikken
https://steemit.com/art/@wahyurahadiann/digital-art-manipulation-girls-and-sunset-2017729t194846111z
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Cool, i want resteem your post @fyrstikken
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Great artist indeed. By the way, it looks the video is not working
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We Indians love classical music so much that it is still in our bollywood industry a great genre. André Rieu was a legend in music industry and here in bollywood a lot of songs have been inspired by his music. This post a rare of its kind.
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Nice girls and good music. Everything you need. A pleasure for ears and eyes.
😊
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Music helps the soul feeds the soul and makes love to the soul, music is needed for every emotion I couldn't live without it, great videos!
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Wow man, you are listening some good music.
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This guy's concerts in Maastricht are a must watch! Thanks for reminding me @fyrstikken
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André Rieu is the best at this moment! No doubts!
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I admired Anthony Hopkins in "The Silence of the Lambs," but did not know that he was writing such cool music!
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Wow this was just amazing, love the video with Anthony and the music just grabed the heart almost tears in my eye :0) so emotional.
The other video was great and love the music but the first one really got to me ♡
Thank u for sharing. Upvoted resteemed
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This is sad
Thanks for sharing @fyrstekken
Respect for you
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i love andre rieu ❤
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Simply Amazing :)
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André Rieu is awesome!!!
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And wow thanks for the Bond song woooow
:-O
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He is a genius - I love this song! Nice greetings from Austria by the way :-)
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is that hannibal lecter there ? omg
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Thank you very much!
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Watching the choreography of the ladies in colorful dresses dancing and playing violin is really nice, listening to these tones a joy for our ears, but to see the sparks in Anthony Hopkins eyes ... that is just priceless!!
Thanks for sharing @fyrstikken I had no idea that He composed this.
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That was a treat to watch Anthony Hopkins dancing skills never fails to impress anyone :)
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I heard this a while ago and it blew me away mainly for the fact that I had no idea that Anthony Hopkins had composed it!
Awesome!
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Wow. I just spent a whole bunch of my time listening to all the great music on this post!
It always amazes me how music can bring out such feelings in me/us!
My heart was bursting...I had a lump in my throat. So beautiful!
I think music is one of the greatest things humans have ever invented!
If aliens came to visit us I would introduce them to our music!
Wonderful post!
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great post and some of improvement for other music fans
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I never heard this music. It is amazing! Thanks for sharing.
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It is a masterpiece!
Thank you for the opportunity to hear such wonderful music dear @fyrstikken!
THANK YOU!
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