André Rieu is a Dutch violinist from the Netherlands. Rieu is known for conducting the Johann Strauss Orchestra. As a 60-piece orchestra, the Johann Strauss Orchestra is considered to be the largest private orchestra worldwide.
At one of Rieu’s concerts in 2004, Rieu introduced a 3-year-old violin prodigy, named Akim Camara. Rieu was contacted by Camara’s musical teacher, informing Rieu of how talented Camara was at such a young age. After being sent videos of Camara playing, Rieu invited the youngster to play on stage in Limburg Stadion, the Netherlands – he didn’t disappoint!