Compositions
Orquestra Tom Jobim
In may 2011 I was invited to work with the Orquestra Tom Jobim, an orchestra with musicians who study at EMESP(Escola da Musica do Estado de Sao Paulo).We had a great week with rehearsals, a composition & improvisation masterclass and a wonderful concert at may 21. Together with chief conductor Roberto Sion, who has a
MoreMFO (Starvinsky Orkestar) Video’s
Video’s from Martin Fondse Orchestra (formerly Know as Starvinsky Orkestar). Live concerts, TV and radio programs. Video’s from BIM Huis Amsterdam, Paradox Tilburg, November Music (feat. Matthew Herbert) Martin Fondse & Starvinsky Orkestar play: ‘The Last Beat’ at November Music, 2010, Verkadefabriek Den Bosch.Live concert registration of the project with Matthew Herbert. Martin Fondse &
MoreMaria
Maria is a composition I originally wrote for the project Rosefire, with trumpet player Eric Vloeimans, mezzo-soprano Tania Kross and the Matangi Quartet. But Maria grew older, changing shapes along the way. We travelled together to jazz ensembles, symphony orchestras or we just found each other at a concert with voice and piano. Maria Avro
MoreTomorrow Eyes
Tomorrow Eyes: A Musical Journey Through Time Tomorrow Eyes is a composition rooted in the architecture of one of my earlier works, Maria. Like its predecessor, Tomorrow Eyes is a multi-faceted creation (you can explore its dedicated page on this website), and it gained new life when harpist Remy van Kesteren chose it as the title
MoreNear East Up North – Karavansaria
Mete Erker and Martin Fondse Present: NEAR EAST UP NORTH Featuring Asko|Schönberg, Derya Türkan (Kemenche), Jeroen van Vliet (piano), Eric van der Westen (double bass), and Jarrod Cagwin (percussion) Musicians from diverse backgrounds come together in Near East Up North to create a vibrant melting pot of musical brilliance. Guided by the artistic compass of
MoreNJJO | DWDD | A Rosa
The NJJO was a guest on De Wereld Draait Door! On the day of the recording – Kurt Cobain’s birthday (and mine as well) – we performed my composition A Rosa.
MoreThree Nations Under One Groove
During my time as conductor of the Nationaal Jeugd Jazz Orkest (NJJO), I had the privilege of leading an inspiring collaboration with like-minded orchestras from Germany (BuJazzO) and the UK (NYJO).
MoreStille Nacht am Silbersee
In 2020 I wrote the music for the immersive theatre plays Stille Nacht am Silbersee. I created a new work based on the libretto by Joachim Robbrecht, inspired by the compositions of Arvo Pärt and the musical worlds brought by the other performers, such as oud player Jawa Manla and Raphaela Danksagmüller. The choice of
MoreDe Ontspoking
A peculiar man returns home to find his house inhabited by ghosts. The problem is, he doesn’t realize it himself. In a cat-and-mouse game between man and ghost, his world is turned upside down. De Ontspoking, in which four dancers, three singers, and a multi-instrumentalist haunt the stage, is an ironic, wordless presentation of dance
MoreDe Troostprijs
In 2022 we played the impressive children’s dance project De Troostprijs (Consolation Prize) at Dance Company for Chidren De Stilte. Written and Directed by the ever inspiring Jack Timmermans. I wrote a score for piano, vocals (Margriet Sjoerdsma) and Violin (Vera van der Bie). De Troostprijs is about the absurdity of turning everything in life
More4 Seasons in 1 Day
2009, Festival De Haagse Muziek Driedaagse, Lucent Theatre, Den Haag, The Netherlands. Premiere of my suite '4 Seasons in 1 day'.
MoreHR Big Band
I’ve written two projects for the HR Big Band: Cottacatya and City Lights. Germany has a rich tradition of Radio Big Bands, with WDR, NDR, and HR (Hessischer Rundfunk) being three of the most renowned. Cottacatya was released on the HR CD Two Suites (available in the shop). Cottacatya! is a musical suite entirely dedicated
MoreCisne Negro Dance Project
November 2008 I was involved in a challenging project, initiated by Nico Okkerse of Silent Disco. I wrote a composition in 6 parts entitled “Concello” based on cello suite no. 1 in G of Joh. Seb, Bach. A choreopgraphy was made my dutch dancer Pieter de Ruiter and performed by the renowned modern dance company
MoreDoelenensemble & Steffen Schorn
Another exciting project that will take place is the Zappa Festival in de Doelen in Rotterdam. The Doelenensemble asked me to write a composition for ensemble and soloist, and so I did! ‘Far East South’ is the title and it will honour besides Zappa, Edgar Varèse and Hermeto Pascoal. It is specially written for my
MoreRobeco Zomerconcerten
This summer I was happy to participate in the Robeco Zomerconcertreeks of Eric Vloeimans. 3 Concerts with the Metropole Orchestra, Marinierskapel and the Paradiso Orchestra. My debut as a solo player in the Concertgebouw on the Vibrandoneon?in my piece ‘Paraiso’ was followed by various orchestrations of Eric’s music. In august I had our finest hour
MorePost Powerhouse Préludes
Uitgangspunt voor het nieuwe muziekproject van het MF Oktemble is cartoonmuziek uit de jaren ’50, de hoogtijdagen van de animatiefilm. De geniale arrangementen (van vooral de legendarische Carl Stalling) blijken ook op zichzelf te kunnen staan en leveren een welhaast nieuwe stijlrichting op. Een fraaie exponent van deze ‘patch-work music’ was John Zorn’s ‘Naked City’.
MoreLow End HiFi
A Night to Remember! One of my most cherished memories: Gregory Porter performing with the Metropole Orkest at Paradiso, Amsterdam, December 2012. It was a sold-out concert during a pivotal week when the orchestra had to fight for its very existence in the Dutch Parliament. Against all odds, their efforts paid off! Can you imagine
MoreWelcome to Automnia
A Night to Remember! One of my most cherished memories: Gregory Porter performing with the Metropole Orkest at Paradiso, Amsterdam, December 2012. It was a sold-out concert during a pivotal week when the orchestra had to fight for its very existence in the Dutch Parliament. Against all odds, their efforts paid off! Can you imagine
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