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Amsterdam, Holland (A Toast to Philip Glass – Piano Sonata DUTCH PREMIERE)

January 31

https://www.meervaart.nl/theater/programma/details/4138
 
On Friday, January 31, 2025, American composer Philip Glass turns 88. To celebrate his birthday, pianist/arranger Feico Deutekom presents an evening program dedicated to Glass, featuring a great variety of the composer’s music.  Program to include the Dutch premiere of Philip Glass’s Piano Sonata.

About the Artists
Feico Deutekom
Pianist Feico Deutekom plays a defining role in minimal music. He was the founder, singer, and pianist of the Attacca Ensemble, a choir responsible for groundbreaking productions of choral music by contemporary composers.

Few Dutch pianists can claim a personal connection with Philip Glass like Feico Deutekom can. Their collaboration began at the Melkweg, where Feico has been performing as a guest during Glass’s concerts for many years. He has performed solo as well as with the Attacca Ensemble and as a duo with harpist Lavinia Meijer.