Zwolle
Joan Reinders
In Zwolle, part of Joan Reinders' Water, the city’s relationship with the IJssel River is explored. Performed by Stefan and Martijn Blaak with the Millennium Jazz Orchestra, this piece blends classical and jazz to evoke the city’s historical and modern ties to water. Experts Peter Kuipers Munneke, Li An Phoa, and Peter Glas discuss the environmental and cultural role water plays in the development of Zwolle.
In Zwolle, Joan Reinders continues to explore the theme of water’s influence, this time focusing on the city of Zwolle. Situated along the IJssel River, Zwolle’s history has been profoundly shaped by its relationship with water. Zwolle captures the interplay between urban development, water management, and the ongoing battle to balance ecological preservation with modern life. Performed by Stefan and Martijn Blaak alongside the Millennium Jazz Orchestra, this piece merges classical and jazz to reflect the city’s dynamic relationship with the river that flows through it. As with other parts of Water, Zwolle is introduced by video segments featuring experts such as Peter Kuipers Munneke, Li An Phoa, and Peter Glas, who provide insights into the ecological, economic, and cultural significance of water for Zwolle.
