Hattem
Joan Reinders
In Hattem, part of Joan Reinders' Water, the town’s historical ties to the IJssel River are explored. Performed by Stefan and Martijn Blaak with the Millennium Jazz Orchestra, this piece blends classical and jazz to reflect the quiet yet significant influence of water on the town’s development. Experts Peter Kuipers Munneke, Li An Phoa, and Peter Glas discuss the ecological and historical role of the river in shaping Hattem.
In Hattem, Joan Reinders explores the historical significance of the small Dutch town of Hattem, situated along the IJssel River. This piece focuses on the connection between the town's rich cultural heritage and the river that has shaped its development. Performed by Stefan and Martijn Blaak alongside the Millennium Jazz Orchestra, Hattem blends classical and jazz to evoke the timeless flow of the river and the town’s intimate relationship with water. The composition brings to life the quiet yet essential role water has played in shaping the town’s identity. As in previous sections of Water, Hattem is introduced by video segments featuring experts like Peter Kuipers Munneke, Li An Phoa, and Peter Glas, who discuss the ecological and historical importance of Hattem's location along the water.
