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Planning Your Dream Musical Getaway: Andre Rieu Tours in 2024

Are you a fan of classical music and looking for a unique and unforgettable vacation experience? Look no further. In 2024, the renowned violinist and conductor, Andre Rieu, will be embarking on a series of tours around the world. From enchanting European cities to exotic destinations, these tours offer an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the magical world of Andre Rieu’s music. In this article, we will explore why Andre Rieu tours in 2024 are the perfect choice for your dream musical getaway.

The Magic of Andre Rieu’s Music

Andre Rieu is known for his ability to captivate audiences with his mesmerizing performances. His unique blend of classical music, waltzes, and popular melodies has earned him a worldwide following. With his Johann Strauss Orchestra and talented soloists, Andre Rieu creates an atmosphere that transports listeners to another time and place. His concerts are filled with emotion, passion, and joy that resonate with people from all walks of life.

Experiencing Europe’s Cultural Gems

One of the highlights of Andre Rieu tours in 2024 is the opportunity to visit some of Europe’s most iconic cities. Imagine strolling through Vienna’s historic streets or exploring the charming canals of Amsterdam. These tours often include guided sightseeing excursions that take you to famous landmarks such as Schönbrunn Palace or Anne Frank House. You’ll have ample time to soak up the rich culture and history while enjoying the anticipation of attending an unforgettable concert by Andre Rieu himself.

Unforgettable Concert Experiences

Attending an Andre Rieu concert is a truly magical experience that stays with you long after the final note has been played. The concerts are not just about music; they are grand spectacles filled with stunning visuals, elaborate stage designs, and breathtaking costumes. Andre Rieu’s infectious energy and charisma create an electric atmosphere that will have you dancing in the aisles. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to his music, these concerts are guaranteed to leave you in awe.

Creating Lasting Memories

Beyond the music and concerts, Andre Rieu tours in 2024 offer an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your love for classical music. You’ll have the chance to meet fellow fans from around the world, creating lasting friendships and memories. The tours often include exclusive events such as meet-and-greets with Andre Rieu himself or intimate Q&A sessions with members of his orchestra. These special moments make the entire experience even more unforgettable.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a dream musical getaway in 2024, consider joining one of Andre Rieu’s tours. From experiencing the magic of his music to exploring Europe’s cultural gems and creating lasting memories, these tours offer an unparalleled experience for classical music enthusiasts. Don’t miss this chance to embark on a journey filled with beauty, emotion, and joy as Andre Rieu takes you on a musical adventure like no other.

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Austin Music History Tour

Austin musical history tour: 1880s to present day.

Discover Austin’s musical heritage and what makes us the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin’s live music tradition is unrivaled just about anywhere on earth, and our Musical History of Austin tour uncovers the history behind the hype. We’ll weave around town visiting key heritage neighborhoods and musical sites, starting at 6th Street, the epicenter of today’s nightlife scene, and then going back in time to where it all started in the 1800’s at Scholtz Biergarten. We’ll trace our steps through via the historic Victory Grill, the Armadillo World Headquarters, Saxon Pub and the Moody Theater, home to ALC Live. Hear about Austin legends such as Willie Nelson, Janis Joplin, Stevie Ray Vaughan and modern day local celebrities such as Bob Schneider, Malford Milligan and Guy Forsyth.

Experience the Live Music City Capital of the World!

• Learn what makes Austin the “Live Music Capitol!”
• Go into the neighborhoods to see the best venue.

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We visited the Saxon Pub, Antone’s, and the White Horse Saloon. Each one was different offering a unique vibe and quality music! Steven professional as well as witty. Go out, and enjoy!

We learned a lot about Texas and Austin history, got pointers on where to eat, and where to go to listen to live music. Jason was super knowledgeable about everything from the bats that live under the bridge to where to go to listen to live blues music. His love of Austin was apparent.

Joe did a outstanding job , the best tour we have ever been on . Extremely knowledgeable of Austin people , history , food, music , events , and trivia .

I live in Austin and love live music but didn’t know much about the history of the live music scene so decided to take this tour when my parents came into town. It was an AMAZING insight to why Austin is so big for music. I had no idea of our musical history and now appreciate it even more. Thank you Detours for a really cool afternoon, I will be beck for more!

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One Hour Tours start at 1:30 Monday thru Sat   Begins and ends in the heart of Austin   $65 per person By appointment only

Austin, TX proudly calls itself the Live Music Capital of the World.  Rock and Roll Hall of Famers play free happy hours, Grammy Award Winners hone their skills nightly on stage and earnest young (and old) rockers play in parking lots just for the joy of it. 

Let Austin Music Heritage Tours guide you through the past 50 years of the Austin music scene, from psychedelia and the birth of the Cosmic Cowboy to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Austin's Home of the Blues. Today Austin may be best known for SXSW or the Austin City Limits Music Festival, but the story goes back much further.

Austin Music Heritage Tours specializes in small, personal tours designed for a fun, relaxed and interactive experience.  In 2017 AMHT received a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence, awarded to businesses that consistently earn great reviews.  

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Inside wild about music, 615 congress ave  .

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Austin Live Music Tour Experience

Discover the live music capital of the world: austin live music venues & its only concert-on-wheels, three rocking live music venues. live music on board the ride. insider knowledge on the city’s music scene. all in 3 hours. yolo..

The Quick & Dirty Facts on the Austin Live Music Tour:

Why our Austin Live Music Tour Experience is a can’t miss:

• Live music on board!  Sing along & rock out as you cruise from venue to venue
• Stops at three awesome music venues to listen to local bands
• “We’re with the band”: Experience Austin’s music scene with local musicians! Our musicians party, pose for pics, and answer anything you want to know about the gritty truths of living for your craft
• BYOB vehicle. Ice chest with ice provided. No straight hard liquor allowed.
• Prizes, trivia games, lots of ruckus-raising, and Instagrammable AF
• All venue entry fees included

Timing: 3 hours, 7:00-10:00pm. Private tours available daily

Start/End Location: We come to you! Complimentary pick up available in the central Austin area. Other areas available for a flat fee based on specific address.

Monies: $659 for a small group private tour for up to 13 guests

All riders must be 21+, no exceptions, no babies. Valid ID required for boarding, no refunds given for underage or missing IDs.

Snagging a seat on our Austin Live Music Experience is like hitting the “easy button”. We take you to three awesome live music venues–with a focus on ones you may not have discovered on your own! Get off the beaten path and see what really makes Austin the Live Music Capitol of the World!

Locations vary week to week, as we work with a lot of fun and funky places to catch live music. Maybe it’s two-stepping to a hipster country band or dancing to 90s tunes…you never know what to expect, but you can always expect a good time!

The best part is that while we visit THREE Austin live music venues, you get your own private concert…on board! Our local musicians jam everyone’s favorite singalongs as we go from bar to bar. At the shows, they join the party…you’ll find them taking shots at the bar, posing for pics with you and your squad, and answering any and all questions you’ve ever had about life as a wanna-be rock star. It’s a behind-the-scenes experience like no other.

Disclaimer:  We work super hard to guarantee live music at each of the venues for the entire time we are there…but musicians have a talent for being unpredictable, and venues will occasionally change their planned line-up last minute.  Musicians may take unexpected breaks, or there’s an unexpected set change. Just be aware this could happen, and come ready to roll with the punches and rock out with the on board music!

More things ya better know about our austin live music tour experience:.

• Confirmation emails will receive a link to sign our liability waiver. Each member of your party needs to sign the waiver.
• No hard liquor!  See our FAQ for a list of what drinks can come on board.
• Remember to tip your Twisted Texas crew.  Cashless tipping options available.

Cancellation Policy:

• Standard Cancellation Policy:   25% of the total tour price is non-refundable.  This allows us to pay our hardworking team and reserve space with our vendors, many which we pay in advance.  Thank you for your understanding.   Tours cancelled more than 48 hours from the tour start receive a 75% refund.  Tours cancelled within 48 hours from the tour start are 100% non-refundable.
• Want more flexibility?  We got you.  Add travel insurance at time of booking for the flexibility to cancel your tour up to 24 hours before the tour start for a full refund, minus insurance cost, no questions asked.  Tours cancelled within 24 hours of the tour start are non-refundable, with or without insurance.
• The above policies apply if you cancel a tour for any reason.  Twisted Texas Tour is not responsible for flight cancellations, illness, weather in your hometown or ours, hangovers, etc. Please protect your travel purchases, if not with us then with a full travel insurance policy.
• Tours cancelled by Twisted Texas Tour will result in a full refund.

Other Awesome Austin Tour Options:

The brunch bus.

Brunch. The one thing that can drag every sleepy (and possibly hungover) soul out of bed. You've never brunched like this before!

Highlights Include:

• Live band on board the bus
• 3 brunch stops = 1 big brunch
• Adult beverage provided at each stop

3 hours | 11:00am Fri, 10:00am & 11:00am Sat, 10:00am Sun

The Brew Bus

Don't miss out on Austin's craft beer boom! Spend your time at three of Austin's most badass breweries. Drink special/new releases, and party with our live band on board the bus!

• Austin's only brewery tour with a live band
• First round of beer on us at every brewery
• Enjoy a meal included from a local food truck

3.5 hours | 3:00pm Fri - Sat

Weird Austin City Tour

Discover how Austin is “Keepin’ it Weird” on this very un-traditional city tour. Experience our city’s weird culture, scandalous secrets, and insider tips as we show-off all that the Capital City has to offer.

• Musician riding shotgun adds musical flare
• Walking tour across Lady Bird Lake
• See all of Austin's bucket-list attractions!

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Austin Music Tour

Welcome to our austin music tour austin has more live music venues per capita than any other city in the nation. from jazz to country, indie rock to blues, on this tour learn more about how austin has earned the title of live music capital of the world over the past century, and gain some insider local knowledge about the austin music scene. .

Saturday, November 11th, 5:30-7:00 PM

Saturday, November 18th, 5:30-7:00 PM

Friday, November 24th, 4:00-5:30 PM

Saturday, November 25th, 4:00-5:30 PM

Public tour schedules are released 2-3 weeks in advance during the free tour season, September through May. No reservations are required, just show up! Don’t see a time that works for you? Private tours are available on your schedule! Email Laura to set up a private tour.

Starting Location

Willie Nelson Statue 310 W 2nd St Austin, TX 78701

Ending Location

Stubb’s Bar-B-Q & Venue 801 Red River St. Austin, TX 78701

Look for the guide in a green Tipster shirt or jacket on the corner of 2nd & Lavaca St., near the statue of Willie Nelson in front of the Moody Theater.

Parking Recommendation: Downtown Parking garages and/or street parking on or near 2nd St. Give yourself extra time for this spot. Alternatively, find street parking near the ending location on Red River St. and walk to the starting point (~1 mile).

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Austin Music Heritage Tours will take you through the past 50 years of the Austin music scene, from psychedelia and the birth of the Cosmic Cowboy to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Austin's Home of the Blues. Today Austin may be best known for SXSW or the Austin City Limits Festival, but the clubs are where it all began. Austin Music Heritage Tours interviewed musicians, club owners and poster artists who helped shape the Austin music scene and distilled this history into a concise tour of Austin. You'll visit some of the sights and peruse the photography and poster art that documented the music. …

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Richard was a fantastic tour guide. He drive my friends and I in and around Austin to show us the history of Austin music. We viewed many old and new establishments and historical sites along with personal anecdotes from his experiences. One highlight was the Austin Rock Art Museum (hope that's the correct name!). Richard was an awesome tour guide, friendly, knowledgeable and great sense of humor. And it didn't hurt that he bought us a beer! (Not that our bachelor party needed one...)

I went to Austin (my first trip there) for a conference and took an extra vacation day to play tourist. I took the Big Music Tour (2 1/2 Hours) with Richard and thoroughly enjoyed it. He walks you around downtown (6th street and over to the Moody Theater where they air Austin City Limits) before driving you across the Lady Bird Lake into South Austin to see some sights that are too far to walk. All along the way he shows you key venues explaining their history, plays you music, shows you poster art, tells you about the history of the local music and film scene, shows you key music sculptures, and is generally a nice soul with which to spend time. I'm sure I wasn't the most well-informed music fan that has taken the tour but he generously shared his encyclopedic knowledge without making me feel foolish. I'll add that I was a woman traveling alone and the only one on the tour that morning. It wasn't at all awkward or strange. I'd encourage everyone to take this tour.

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Studio 6A was the original home of the Austin City Limits television show, from its inception in 1974 until its relocation in 2010. Studio 6A was one of two studios used by the PBS affiliate KLRN, which became KLRU in 1987. KLRN programming director Bill Arhos conceived the show along with producer Paul Bosner and director Bruce Scafe, believing that Austin’s thriving musical scene would appeal to a national audience. The pilot episode, featuring Willie Nelson, was taped on October 17, 1974, and hundreds of legendary performers graced the stage in the subsequent 36 years. Though not built for live music, Studio 6A proved to be an ideal setting for capturing an intimate performance. After outgrowing Studio 6A, ACL moved into the brand-new Moody Theater in downtown Austin in 2011. Studio 6A has continued to be used by KLRU for other shows, though the station plans to move its headquarters to the Austin Community College Highland Campus in the fall of 2020.

Opened in 1979, the Cactus Cafe is one of Austin’s most revered live music venues. The Cactus is located in a corner of the Union Building, which was built during the Great Depression. For over forty years, the intimate 150-seat room has hosted many musical luminaries, particularly in the folk, country, and Americana genres. The Cactus was almost closed in 2010, but opposition from the community and around the globe was strong enough to reverse the decision. The beloved listening room is now operated by the University’s radio station KUTX, and continues to host concerts and events throughout the year.

The Scholz Beer Garten is one of Austin's most popular and best known cultural institutions. Established in 1866 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Scholz Beer Garten is the oldest continuously operating business in Texas and oldest operating beer garden in the country. German immigrant and Confederate Civil War veteran August Scholz founded it after the war to have a place for fellow Germans to socialize and entertain themselves with music, especially singing. Today, Scholz continues to be a popular place for people of all walks of life, especially University of Austin students, to socialize and watch sports games.

Founded in 1984, the Texas Music Museum celebrates the state's rich musical heritage. Its collection is comprised of artifacts, photographs, documents, reference materials, and oral histories. Genres covered are: Texas Historic and Patriotic, Country, Gospel, Classical, Cowboy, Big Band, Western Swing, Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Jazz, Ragtime and Barrelhouse, Soul, and Popular, as well as Texas ethnic music, including Tejano, Czech, African American, German, and Native American. The museum is housed in the Marvin C. Griffin Building.

Opened in 1945 by Johnny Holmes, Victory Grill was once the center of the blues and R&B scene in Austin. The grill was named after V-J (Victory over Japan) Day to celebrate the war that ended World War II. Two years after purchasing a little ice house, Holmes opened a stage behind his restaurant and established a family-friendly music venue for the community of East Austin. Here, legendary bluesmen such as B.B. King, Bobby “Blue” Bland, Gatemouth Brown, and T-Bone Walker played their first sets, and nationally renowned performers like James Brown, Chuck Berry, and Janis Joplin graced the stage.[1] After a fire closed down the establishment in 1988, community efforts led to its reopening in 1996. In 2019, it became the home of The Rolling Rooster, a soul food franchise that plans to continue the Victory Grill’s tradition of hosting live blues and R&B music. Today the restaurant offers classic Southern comfort food, including fried chicken, mac and cheese, and collard greens. You can still hear the music from the former Victory Grill, which continues to host live performances showcasing the best of Austin's vibrant music scene.[2]

Established in 1871, the Historic Scoot Inn is believed to be the oldest continuously-operating watering hole in Central Texas. The bar holds Austin's fourth-oldest liquor license, and its current facade dates back to 1889. It was originally opened as a grocery store to serve travelers arriving on the newly built railroad. Although it gained a reputation for bootlegging, it did not officially become a saloon until 1940. The Inn began booking bands in 2006, and in recent years it has become one of Austin’s premier live music venues. In 2016, the Historic Scoot Inn underwent a major renovation while maintaining its historic character.

Since its completion in 2011, ACL Live at the Moody Theater has been the home of Austin City Limits. The famous PBS show was originally taped a few miles north, in Studio 6A on the University of Texas Austin campus, from its inception in 1974 through 2010. Having outgrown the old space, the show’s producers became involved with the construction of a new, state-of-the-art theater that would be tailor-made to serve the program's needs. The venue is a part of Block 21, a $300 million real estate development project that helped transform downtown Austin’s 2nd Street District. ACL Live at the Moody Theater officially opened in February of 2011, in time for ACL's 38th season. Though Austin City Limits caps audience attendance at 800 for its 45 annual tapings, the venue utilizes its full 2,750 person capacity for 100 other concerts and performances throughout the year.

Dedicated on April 20, 2012, this eight-foot bronze statue honors the career of Austin native Willie Nelson. Artist Clete Shields depicted the musician with his famous guitar "Trigger" resting on his knee to convey the country artist's style and personality, while the choice of dedication date offers a tribute to one of Nelson's favorite pastimes and causes. The statue was commissioned by Austin’s Capital Area Statues.

Unveiled on Nov. 21, 1993, this statue honoring blues icon Stevie Ray Vaughan has become an iconic symbol of Austin's music scene. It has also become a must-see for visiting musicians and guests to the city during the South by Southwest Festival. It is situated on a hiking and biking trail in Lake Metropolitan Park, in an area called Auditorium Shores where Vaughan performed on a number of occasions.

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Starting in Central Austin with the original home of Austin City Limits, this tour works its way south with stops at some of the city's most famous live music venues, the Texas Music Museum, and statues of Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughn.