The Classical Accordion
Vincent van Amsterdam opens up a new world of beauty to the open-minded listener. This authentic soloist surrenders himself completely to the music and becomes one with his instrument. Virtuosity serves expression, in both small and large gestures.
Listen to Bach and Franck with new ears, discover Solotarjov and Gubaidulina, feel the temperament of Piazzolla and Galliano. Welcome to the surprising sound world of the classical accordion.
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Piazzolla – Aconcagua
With the Nederlands Kamerorkest under the direction of Gordan Nikolić. Live recording from 2 May 2019, Muziekgebouw Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Jesse Passenier – Tao Naar Dis
Based on motives, extracted from works by Nadia Boulanger and Ástor Piazzolla, who came down to Paris to study with her. Van Amsterdam Duo, Margarida Constantino (movement direction and dance), Rodrigo Ribeiro (dance).
Franck Angelis – Impasse
In 2004 Impasse was composed for the Coupe Mondiale in Pontarlier, France. Written in four movements, this piece has become an important addition to the concert repertoire.
Tchaikovsky – Serenade of Don Juan
With mezzo soprano Esther Kuiper.
Bach – Goldberg Variations (excerpts)
Aria – Variatio 1 – Variatio 15, Canone alla Quinta – Variatio 16, Ouverture. A VPRO Vrije Geluiden television broadcast, 20 October 2019.
Calendar
Beukenhof, Biezenmortel (NL)
Second edition of the Van Amsterdam Accordion Summer Course
2023
Schaep & Burgh, ’s-Graveland (NL)
Bach & Stravinsky with Quirine Viersen on cello, at Festival Wonderfeel
2023
’s-Hertogenbosch (NL)
World premiere of Christiaan Richter’s Quintet for accordeon and string quartet. With Luna Quartet at Festival November Music
2023
Vienna (AT)
World Premiere of Accordion Concerto by Mathilde Wantenaar, with ORF Radio-Symphonieorchester Wien. Commissioned by ORF, Residentie Orkest The Hague and Vincent van Amsterdam
Recordings
Bach – Goldberg Variations
A journey in 32 movements through high mountains and low vallies. Musical translation by Vincent van Amsterdam.
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