Nederlands Bach Consort & Lotte Pen
About the Event
The Nederlands Bach Consort invites you to embark on a journey of exploration, as they delve into the realms of darkness and light. As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, close your eyes and let the music of Josquin des Prez and Arvo Pärt transport you to unknown destinations. Reflect on the profound impact that dark and light have on our lives. Inspired by this theme, the Nederlands Bach Consort approached the talented and boundary‐pushing composer and saxophonist, Lotte Pen, to create a mass for them.
The Nederlands Bach Consort is comprised of exceptional musicians, deeply connected to Bach's works, who also embrace experimentation. Since their inception in 2020, they have presented numerous innovative programs across the Netherlands. Examples include the captivating memorial concert series "Zwanenzang" (2022), in collaboration with spoken word artist Amara van der Elst, and "Allerzielen|A danced suite of sorrow" (2022), featuring Senegalese dancer Alioune Diagne.
Lotte Pen represents a new generation of classical musicians, whose journey has taken her from prestigious concert halls in Tokyo to New York. Inspired by diverse influences ranging from pop to neoclassical and film music, she now dedicates her talents to composing her own music. With tens of thousands of monthly listeners worldwide on Spotify, Lotte has garnered recognition and awards as a performing saxophonist. Her track "Tabernacle" caught the attention of an Italian documentary maker, who utilized it as a soundtrack. Notable collaborations include composing music for youth dance company De Stilte, the Sweelinck Festival, and the Tuinfeest‐Literair Festival in Deventer. Her captivating compositions regularly grace the airwaves of national radio stations. In 2020, she created the enchanting Music Walk Pilgrim, described as "a massage for the senses."
Practical Information
The Bösendorfer Series is a series of intimate piano recitals in which nine top pianists shine behind our Bösendorfer Imperial Grand grand piano. The Bösendorfer Series is made possible in part by Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam.
