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Understa­nding

Rozalie Hirs

Elisabeth Hetherington 2026 Photo Natalie Hennis
Foto: Natalie Hennis

“Understanding” is an evening about language that moves us, goes off the rails, and sometimes suddenly strikes a chord. The program features a new composition by Rozalie Hirs, known for her musical language that is both mathematical and spiritual. In this work, voice and violin feel their way toward one another: questions, misunderstandings, silence, and, now and then, a clear, shared moment. An intimate ode to the attempt to make genuine contact.

De buisklokken (‘tubular bells’) – soms fluisterend, soms dwingend – klinken als klankmatige rode draad door ‘Understanding’. Je hoort onder andere prachtige vocale solo stukken van Hetherington, en het intense orkestrale Bouchara van Claude Vivier.

Ook klinkt een nieuwe compositie van Rozalie Hirs, bekend om haar zowel wiskundige en spirituele muzikale taal. In dit werk tasten stem en vioolelkaar af: vragen, misverstanden, stilte en af en toe een helder, gedeeld moment. Een intieme ode aan de poging om echt contact te maken

  • Th 26 Nov 2026
  • 20:15 - 21:15
  • Amare
  • 's-Gravenhage
Dag van de Componist in Utrecht   LR (credit   Jostijn Ligtvoet) (1)

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FaKruTu Dakar Edition

FaKruTu Dakar Edition is a vibrant mix of Senegalese percussion, vocals, and electric grooves by the FaKruTu Trio. Recorded live at TivoliVredenburg during the 15th anniversary of the World Music Forum NL, the performance showcases energetic and soulful music that crosses cultural boundaries.

FaKruTu Dakar Edition is a musical experience that spans from Dakar to Amsterdam, bringing together a passionate powerhouse of established musicians from Senegal, Netherlands, and the United States. Senegalese percussion and songs blend with the eclectic and electric grooves of the FaKruTu Trio. The band has built a reputation for delivering high-energy, soulful performances that get the audience on their feet.

This concert was recorded at TivoliVredenburg on November 1, 2022, during the 15th anniversary of the World Music Forum NL.

Performers:
Sean Fasciani (NL) - bassStefan Kruger (NL) - drumsMark Tuinstra (NL) - guitarMola Sylla (SN/NL) - vocalsOké Sène (SN/NL) - percussionBao Sissoko (SN/NL) - kora

In collaboration with World Music Forum NL and Old Roots New Routes.

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