December 29, 2023
Wiegeling (6-18 months)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 10:00 AM
In a soft, safe environment, a singer, a clarinetist and an ud player engage in musical encounters with a young audience and with each other.
Libraries Tour – Ferdinand het stiertje (4+)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 11:00 AM
Little bull Ferdinand is a special bull. He does not want to fight like other bulls, but prefers to sit under a tree, marvelling at all the beauty around him and smelling the flowers. Violinist Carla Leurs, together with her ancient violin, brings this beautiful musical story to life for the youngest visitors.
Hidden Gems – Viride Quartet
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 11:00 AM
The festival enjoys working with partners within the city, including the Dutch String Quartet Academy (NSKA). We are delighted to be able to feature no less than three (former) ensembles, including this extremely talented Viride Quartet, during this festival!
Apple Pie Concerts – Manzanissimo
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 10:30 AM
Ensemble Manzanissimo plays party music by Boccherini, Paganini and a brand new piece by Roukens. Guitarist Martin Kaaij joins these top string players from various Dutch orchestras.
Wiegeling (6-18 months)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 11:15 AM
In a soft, safe environment, a singer, a clarinetist and an ud player engage in musical encounters with a young audience and with each other.
Free Lunch Concert: Boris Brovtsyn & New Generations
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 12:30 PM
At this free lunch concert, you can enjoy the very greatest talents.
Wiegeling (6-18 MONTHS)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 1:15 PM
In a soft, safe environment, a singer, a clarinetist and an oud player engage in musical encounters with a young audience and with each other.
Hidden Gems – ADAM Quartet: In Vivid Color
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 2:00 PM
The festival enjoys working with partners within the city, including the Dutch String Quartet Academy (NSKA). We are delighted to have no less than three (former) ensembles, including this amazing ADAM Quartet, heard during this festival!
Hidden Gems – Aires Tropicales Quintet
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 3:30 PM
The Aires Tropicales Woodwind Quintet strive to convey emotions beyond just the notes and create a connection with the audience through their heartfelt performances.
Garden of Delight – Lustrum Special
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 5:30 PM
Lichtbende’s new show Garden of Delight is inspired by William Blake’s poem Garden of Love and the Song of Songs from the Bible. An emotional journey about love at first, and… at second sight!
Introduction Alexander Klapwijk
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 7:00 PM
Alexander will give an informal explanation of that evening’s programme in just under half an hour.
Evening Concert
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023 | START AT 8:00 PM
Especially for this anniversary edition, French-Swiss composer Richard Dubugnon wrote a new work for Janine and we are pleased and proud to present the world premiere of this work for solo violin, piano and string quartet at this festival.