“You are home, and I am just a traveler who always finds a way back…” — Andre Rieu whispered those words every time he handed Marjorie a fresh bouquet of flowers after returning from a long tour. More than fifty years have passed, yet the love between the “King of the Waltz” and his quiet life partner has never faded. Though he has stepped onto hundreds of dazzling stages, Andre always returns with the same simple gift: a bouquet carefully chosen for Marjorie — the woman who has stood behind him, unnoticed by the spotlight, for his entire career. Their love needs no grand gestures; its quiet devotion is more moving than any melody he has ever played. In a world filled with soaring musical notes, Andre still believes that the only thing truly eternal… is his love for his wife.
A Tradition More Romantic Than Any Song
Despite being one of the most celebrated violinists and conductors in the world, Andre Rieu holds tightly to a beautifully humble tradition: every time he comes home from a tour, he brings Marjorie a bouquet of fresh flowers. No lavish jewels, no extravagant surprises — just something gentle and heartfelt, and it is more than enough for her.
In one touching interview, Andre shared, “Music is my life, but Marjorie is my soul. Every time I step onto the stage, I think of her eyes — watching me, encouraging me, even from afar.”
Since the earliest days of the Johann Strauss Orchestra, Marjorie has been much more than a wife. She has been Andre’s advisor, confidante, and the steady rhythm that keeps their family grounded. Quiet, thoughtful, and deeply intuitive, she has shaped far more of his career than the public ever sees.
From Conservatory Students to Lifelong Partners
Their story began at the Conservatory in Maastricht, Netherlands. Andre was immediately drawn to Marjorie’s calm presence, her sharp mind, and her quiet strength. She was studying to become a teacher, not a performer, but her deep love for music matched his own. They married in 1975 and have remained side by side for nearly five decades — a marriage without drama, scandal, or spectacle, just steadfast devotion.
Whenever Andre leaves for an international tour, Marjorie is always the first to send him a message of encouragement — and the last person he calls when the applause fades at night. He often says, “Without her, I couldn’t have achieved even half of what I’ve done.”
Flowers That Speak the Language of Love
And then there are the flowers — Dutch tulips, French lavender, orchids from Asia, or simple roses chosen with care. Andre personally selects each bouquet. Every arrangement is a quiet message: “Thank you for waiting. Thank you for always being home.”
The love between Andre and Marjorie is not loud or dramatic. It is soft, enduring, and profoundly felt — the kind of love that whispers rather than shouts. Like the sound of Andre’s violin, their love speaks gently… and somehow, the whole world hears it.
