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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Watch & Listen

Inventio – Album trailer

‘Inventio’ is my latest album, with music by C.P.E. Bach, D. Scarlatti and F. Couperin. Produced by Odradek Records, audio technician Frerik de Jong, video Hilde Verweij.

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.

“With a rare concentration and inviting stage presence, he manages to captivate his listeners time and again.”

Committee of the Nederlandse Muziekprijs 2024 (Dutch Music Award)

Calendar

15 Jun
2025

Parklandschap Oranjewoud - Oranjewoud (NL)

Solo performance on festival Oranjewoud. With music by Grieg, Tchaikovsky and others.

21 Jun
2025

Train -to be decided later (NL)

Day of the Dutch Composer. New music played inside a modified train.

29 Jun
2025

Abcoude

Solo recital - with music by Bach, Scarlatti and Couperin

6 Jul
2025

Concertboerderij - Teteringen (NL)

Solo performance in Teteringen, in a private farm. Music by Grieg, Tchaikovsky and from the cd Inventio. Tickets 25 Euro, mail to Rob Wielenga rpwielenga@gmail.com

14 Jul
2025

De Nieuwe Erf - Diessen (NL)

Summer Course edition 2025. From Monday 14 till Friday 18 July. By teachers Jef De Haes, Vincent van Amsterdam and a guest teacher.

Recordings

Inventio – Bach, Scarlatti, Couperin

These composers’ lightness in writing feels like they put their improvisations on paper. With such inspiration, with such great ‘inventio’, you are compelled to listen further.

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