Andre Rieu Melissa Venema Amsterdam Arena

Excerpt from Andre Rieu's concert during the World Stadium Tour in Amsterdam Arena, the Netherlands, on 28 June 2008. Melissa Venema, 13 years old and very talented, plays with the Johann Strauss Orchestra. The stage is a reproduction of the Viennese Schönbrunn Palace.

[@SnowCharms]

I never thought that the trumpet could sound so calming and uplifting at the same time. This girl has a bright future ahead of her.

[@tracyappleby8927]

Absolutely beautiful, such a talented young lady this gives me goosebumps it's haunting well played

[@estherbendayan7731]

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[@andrezinhotavares75]

I remembered Cris's funeral! I am a former U.S.Navy Seal, I entered in 98, I had the opportunity to meet in Iraq in late 99! I stayed 3 seasons. The legend, Tex .... Forever💀🥇

[@elinarossbach9049]

Teu

[@elinarossbach9049]

Floris. Bela

[@timothyhastings5933]

Dad expressly wanted this played at his funeral. Beautiful song.

[@TheSpiritof1969]

Amazing a kid of this age can play a piece like that. She has not yet developed full lung capacity and has to take in air more often than she will later on. Her performance was brilliant and full marks to Andre Rieu for giving her the opportunity to perform at a big event and us the opportunity to enjoy her playing.

[@user-pg8zp6jp5d]

Да, девочка впечатлила своей прекрасной игрой!!!💖💐💐💐

[@timothyhastings5933]

Played it at my father's funeral today at the conclusion. Brings you to tears.

[@benbenjamin2173]

You have reduced this old soldier to tears.

[@EmilyLennie]

13 year old Vanessa Veneva is always a part of my Anzac and Remembrance Days. This is beautiful.

[@mas4ja]

Gives me goose bumps when I hear this especially when it's played so well.

[@rogerallen3478]

Every time I hear this I cry because it'so beautiful, I think the full version of TAPS should be played at every veterans funeral to show them utmost respect

[@lonepoet21]

God thank you for blessing this world with such a young musician

[@barryhunt8527]

Melissa is 25 now and one of the worlds best. God bless her. She’s so good it hurts 👍😀🎶✝️🇬🇧

[@pammyk8134]

My my. I always knew that “Taps” was played at military funerals but had never heard the full rendition. Even Mr. Butterfield would be moved by this flawless performance. I am awestruck. What a God given talent she has. Thank you so much.

[@larswolfhagen5954]

I'm sorry, but actualy, this is NOT "Taps". This piece is based on taps, but it was produced by the Italian trumpeteer Nino Rossi in 1965 and is called "Il Silenzio". The real "Taps" is a little different : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iV67o5-caNmUe9E. But reagardless, both tunes tug on one's heartstrings. And just for comparison, here's the German version of "Taps" : kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpvXh2ymbMx-eNE

[@sethc6663]

@@larswolfhagen5954 It's based on the Italian Cavalry bugle call used by the Russian composer Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio

[@jeanbatzellfitzgerald3383]

The beauty of it moved me to the depths of my soul. What a blessing! What a gift!

[@paulrussell3049]

I am a 61 year old male who has been hardened by everyday life, but I defy anyone to not moved by this exceptionally exquisite performance by a beautifully talented young artiste. I will be watching out for Melissa in future performances. And I hope she produces some DVD's.

[@robertlstockett7105]

My sentiments also and I am 61 plus 26. Her skill, talent, performance and beauty are amazing.

[@pedroemiliopugacampos7884]

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[@guzmanguchi4617]

@@robertlstockett7105 ✋

[@SloopyDog]

I agree with you, it brought tears to my eyes. I am 72 years old.

[@hugodudes]

I'm always amazed by seniors that comment on the internet ; It's just so cool to see that you guys kept getting into new stuff through the years. Even I feel outdated by the technology and i'm 25, I can't imagine how it is for people of your generation. Mes respects !

[@Sonnenblume171]

Melissa played in a extraordinary way...you can feel the music....very talented... WOnderful to hear this.........

[@alexanderwinton2583]

Absolutely brilliant.

[@evelynecollin1914]

Il Silenzio, interprété à la trompette par une jeune personne de 13 ans. C'est tout simplement merveilleux. Merci pour ces belles images et Merci à l'Orchestre d'André Rieu.

[@davidwheatcroft2797]

What ADDS to this performance is that it is not perfect. It is human, brilliant, vulnerable, poignant. Well done, girl!

[@robertbawden1702]

she closes her eyes and she is comfortable with her ability. bravo

[@unionbetty]

The most beautiful horn solo I have ever heard. It brought tears to my eyes and a lump in my throat. Thank you for this wonderful experience

[@Ray-oe5fc]

My neighbor and I were talking about TAP's yesterday and I told him to look up this video. I can't help but think of all the great men I have known who are no longer with us. Silencio is such a beautiful piece.

[@peterpilot179]

A wonderful rendition of the saddest music. Brings tears to my eyes. Pleiku Viet Nam 1968-69

[@randysmitchell4810]

Sorry Fredric - this is not TAPS - this is El Silencio - written in the late 60s

[@peterpilot179]

@@randysmitchell4810 I am aware that it's not taps. That's why I said it was saddest music.

[@firebyrd437]

My dad was the same age as this girl when he won the British campion title for playing the french horn, he had been in hospital for a year just before he won it. He could play the trumpet and often did, he passed when i was 16 so these types of video always reminds me of him, I'm 70 now

[@lookingatthisnow]

This is absolutely beautiful! I didn't realize that a trumpet could sound so nice, until now.

[@deniselacazeandre3698]

c'est merveilleur cette muique a la tromptte très reposante !!!nisou💗💗💗💗💗😅😇😇😇😇

[@bellynurse]

¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡EXTRAORDINARIA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! es un placer escucharla.

[@badger4382]

My God...! What an angel, what perfect and flawless play, how sweet !

[@sparkie951]

WOW... She has such a natural Talent... At her age... She will be going places... That piece is so touching and powerful it brings tears to my eyes just to listen too.... Amazing that much talent in a 13 year old to touch so many in such a powerful way.... that song just gets better and better every time I listen to it...

[@WhiteFox011]

Great performance. This is the first time I have heard the complete song.

[@taniaolstrom509]

Jeffory Newkirk what’s this song called?

[@TheWheel12]

Incredible, wonderful, hauntingly crafted to bring a wonderful array of emotions.

[@angellazarocortegana]

SILENCIO, UNA MARAVILLOSA INTERPRETACIÓN.¡¡¡BRAVOOO MELISA!!!

[@milkamarinkovic9058]

predivno ,prelepo,sjajno,very nice,very very beaytifully.podsetila me na moju cerku sa 10 god. je svirala trubu kod profesora Vladimira Polikarpova u muzickoj skoli " Mokranjac" Beograd-Srbija.Pre 21godinu,bila je jedina devojcica.Svaka cast Melisa,samo nastavi tako Bog te vec vidi.kissss

[@nemo7782]

The first time I heard the long version of Taps was a night during a reenactment I attended at Fort Garland in Colorado. It was performed by an Air Force bugler. I have NEVER heard such a heartfelt rendition ever played before then. Hearing this young lady play the trumpet so beautifully brings back very good memories of that night. Thanks for posting this!

[@OnkelJoe57]

Very very wonderful, I love such music, and I am glad, that young people also do and play that. Melissa plays very very well with much feelings and heart. BRAVO, SUPER!

[@marathongepard]

Super Melissa, einfach wunderschön, Gänsehaut pur. Wir werden sicherlich in der Zukunft noch viel von Dir zu hören bekommen

[@buckstaffvvile9064]

Absolutely beautiful. Sends chills down my spine every time I play this video.

[@skuter233]

Pięknie i perfekcyjne wykonanie. Oglądałem ze łzami w oczach. Wielkie dzięki za wykonanie

[@oscarmantovani5973]

Più di quaranta anni fa ascoltai questa suonata per il mio congedo dall'esercito. Non rimpiango quei tempi (benché ce ne sia il motivo, svevo quaranta anni in meno..). Ma questa suonata mi dà ancora la pelle d'oca. E qualche lacrima.

[@rrz518]

Exactly. Can you imagine playing (so well) in front of 50.000 people, with Andre staring you down?

[@sadiesgirl11]

beautiful . my husband and I play this over and over. keep it up young lady you are awesome.

[@jackchaney9401]

margie stracener ; n(I

[@tracyappleby9112]

Absolutely beautiful very moving performance from a very talented young lady, love peace and light to all.,god bless

[@joemontgomery7372]

Beautiful.....just......Beautifull....in awe of this majestic song....an angel is playing this song.....

[@yositeit]

Melissa if you are so so so good today at such a young age youll be a trumpet giant in your life time dear! Chapeau!!!!!!!!!

[@mariaceciliamolina1728]

Andre Rieu thanks for bring us the most brillant musicians in all

[@markpohl1744]

Paying tribute to the soldiers who fought to free Amsterdam from Nazi rule. Makes you cry it’s so beautiful.

[@elisaparra233]

Gracias,besos para los dos 😘😘

[@misheckmsiska7987]

wooooo so touching am really inspired

[@penelopi95]

she's amazing, :) I hope the generation can blossum into kids like her with talent like that.

[@billmadden9938]

EVERY TIME I HEAR THIS RECORDING I GET ALL CHOKED UP AND A TEAR STARTS TO FLOW DOWN MY CHEEK FOR MANY REASONS ,IT JUST BRINGS BACK MANY MEMORIES

[@eugenesharpe814]

This gave me chills!! Beautiful.

[@helenaferreira9773]

Melissa sou tua grand fã e do Maestro André Rieu genial performance para sua orchestra adoro o melhor do mundo inteiro saludo cordial grazie mucho 🌹🎹🎻👍

[@mariagagyi5265]

Mii și.mii de fani are aceasta minunata fetita pentrutalentul ei zFELICITARI

[@messedabotareq5833]

that's incredible and amazing PRAVOOO

[@mikepierce4739]

Angels in heaven wish they sounded this good.

[@ProfeGuilleMatematica]

Felicitaciones, magnífica interpretación.

[@milusepecekova3108]

Večerka ....to je nádherně zahrané , krásnou slečnou ...

[@michaeal053]

beautifully played ..another great performance

[@thomasbraggaar9411]

Geweldig

[@mariaantonietavs5736]

Very,very nice!

[@elviradonaghy5422]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.

[@oliviapizarrovillegas1246]

Bravoooo Melissa excelente interpretación felicidades 🎶🎼🎵🎶🎼🎵🎶🎼🇨🇱😘

[@sharkyvomit]

Why can only André have such a great sound in this stadium,even the Stones cant compare

[@pamelaamey6073]

Great how someone can play like thanks Beautiful. Thank you

[@janqs2459]

Unbelievable sound of the trumpet, she achieved.So soft . She is so talented. Wow!!! Brawo!!!

[@richardeustace5249]

Your brilliant and fantastic and amazing and we'll talented well done keep up the brilliant work

[@2010OEFvet]

This is what they played for the funeral scene for Chris Kyle, brings tears to my eyes every time.

[@melodyreed9910]

so beautiful

[@lucamariani8337]

Melody Reed films

[@johndunn1135]

That was simply amazing. Beautiful beyond words.

[@moaciralvesnunes5592]

Um anjo na face da terra. Trilhões de bjos para ela. Uma bela interpretação.

[@dr.josefmehringer4062]

Sehr schön gespielt. Unangebracht der veränderte Schluß sowie der Schmuck des Mädchens - verzerrt den Sinn des Liedes.

[@yeshualionofjudah7107]

That’s amazing, and she doesn’t even look like she’s blowing into the mouth piece.

[@onabush4966]

Melissa she is unbelievable, Bravooooooooooo

[@albertcerrato2575]

So beautiful how can you not enjoy this. Music mends souls

[@exposingthedarknesswiththe9190]

*BRAVO, BRAVO...WELL DONE!!*

[@TheMsDebbra]

Absolutely AMAZING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrCervuselaphus]

Silencio is magnificent as is the young lady (now 24) who is playing it. Well done, thanks Andre for giving her the chance.

[@thomaszaccone3960]

So beautiful!

[@ChrisDenison1994]

She is a beautiful trumpeter... absulutely incredible and so brave at that age to get up in front of thousands and just play perfectly.... I'm amazed and so happy to see so many young people getting out and playing the trumpet as it seems to be dying out as an instrument and that last note is so well played. So mellow.

[@GStheboss]

perfect, well done

[@jurgenmitchell9924]

Brought tears to my eyes absolutely fantastic

[@adangastelum98]

Excelente interpretacion. felicidades.

[@getamuraru5137]

Beautiful syngal ,,good evening my friend ,, Supwrr Wowwww !

[@jwnrtj]

What did Shakespeare say? 'Wonderful, wonderful, and most wonderful, and yet again wonderful!' A thousand thanks.

[@Germanpalqcio63]

Silencio el dolor de aquellos que sufren por aquellos que murieron .......solo el tiempo sanara esas heridas......

[@bjoartec]

Beautiful play, beautiful girl, beautiful dress, beautiful smile at end :) All we need to reconcile one with humankind, Makes me happy and restores my faith in humankind, with love from everyone whatching this video :) :) :)

[@jivendelasierra]

Gracias Angel. Gracias por cuidarme. Gracias por recibirme. Gracias por acompañarme. Gracias a todo. Gracias por mostrarme una vez más lo que es amar.

[@PedroCruzK-2020]

Beautiful,nice and exellent performance,good luck.

[@SamStGeorge]

You feel like your spirit flies away into the heavens and comes back recharged with serenity and pleasure

[@ejoilsonleite8823]

Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful

[@brankokucera7858]

Sjajno malena, sjajno ! Bravo bravo! Svaka čast 😉😍😇👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@brankokucera7858]

Hvala hvala! Na palcu gore 👍👍!!!

[@manpergo]

Simplesmente fabuloso. Maravilhoso. Fantástico. Parabéns e obrigado. MGonçalves - Portugal

[@kiwi4921]

so great to hear such great talent.

[@BUFFY12338]

Beautiful!

[@pamelamarin6175]

Hermosa melodia. Felicitaciónes desde chile.

[@rubenaranguizsotelo1563]

TOQUE DE SILENCIO. HERMOSO..ESCUCHARLE..SALUDOS DESDE ARICA CHILE

[@thomaszaccone3960]

This is so hauntingly beautiful.

[@mmbmbmbmb]

Der Augen-Kontakt der beiden ist einzigartig schoen BRAVO und danke fuer so viel Schoenheit und Harmonie Die Melodie spricht fuer sich selbst. Begleitet mich mein ganzes Leben lang. Geht mitten ins Herz.

[@dennisng1443]

As a 13 year old player, she makes this song sound very nice. Her rendering is the best so far and she's only 13 at that time. Awesome!

[@augustosiqueira4687]

Magnific 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@marjan12342]

Ze speelt echt mooi. En het lef om voor zoveel mensen te spelen. Klasse hoor!!

[@vgrof2315]

Lovely!

[@DavesTrumpet]

Gorgeous. And what beautiful vibrato! BRAVO!

[@merrydamrow1045]

Awesome performance