Grachtenfestival: Celia Swart & Shane van Neerden
An open-air, underground classical night.
Pianist Shane van Neerden performs the premiere of 'Tranendeken' (also titled 'Bon dia') by composer Celia Swart. This new composition for solo piano, voice, and various experimental materials like e-bows, fishing lines, and foil was written specifically for Amsterdam's Westerpark. The piece explores the transition from a busy urban environment to the peaceful atmosphere of a park setting. During the performance, Van Neerden adjusts the piano with physical preparations to shift the music from stillness to movement. Composer Celia Swart has previously written for the Bang on a Can festival, while pianist Shane van Neerden was the winner of the 2024 Dutch Classical Talent Award.
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Where does the performance take place?+
The performance is hosted at Westerpark, located at Haarlemmerweg 4, 1014 BE Amsterdam.
What is the focus of the new composition?+
The piece, titled Tranendeken, explores the sonic transition from bustling urban noise to the quietude of a park environment using piano, voice, and experimental materials like e-bows and foil.
Who is performing?+
Dutch Classical Talent winner Shane van Neerden performs the premiere of this work written by composer Celia Swart. Full schedule on Mood.
