André Rieu

On 9 September 2026, André Rieu brings the Johann Strauss Orchestra to P&J Live in Aberdeen. A violinist and conductor from Maastricht, Rieu has shaped a concert format with the Viennese waltz at its core, opening onto a wider palette of light orchestral music. He alternates between bow and baton, guiding a set that moves from Strauss arrangements to operetta excerpts, film melodies, popular songs and approachable classical pieces. The large orchestra, joined by guest singers and choir, gives these tunes breadth and colour while keeping the music direct and melodic.

Founded in 1987, his orchestra has taken this blend across concert halls and open-air stages worldwide. What anchors the show is the easy conversation with the crowd: a relaxed tone, playful cues, and encores drawn from familiar themes. In Aberdeen, expect a flowing sequence of waltzes and light classics with a dance pulse and an intimate touch, carried by a big-sounding ensemble under Rieu’s lead.