Keroncong Anemoia
An underground chamber music night.
Soprano Madeline Saputra and pianist/violinist Apollon Kalamenios perform a recital that bridges Indonesian keroncong and Western art songs. The program features works by composers like Alban Berg, Aaron Copland, and Kaija Saariaho alongside Indonesian masters such as Poniman. The performance is inspired by the letters of Raden Adjeng Kartini, a Javanese pioneer of women's rights, whose words guide a musical journey of memory and hope. Madeline and Apollon have collaborated on song repertoire for over a year, receiving coaching from notable musicians such as Roberta Alexander and Claron McFadden. Recognized as rising stars, the duo connects diverse cultures and musical eras through their layered performances.
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What is the musical theme of Keroncong Anemoia?+
The program draws inspiration from the letters of Javanese women's rights pioneer Raden Adjeng Kartini to link Indonesian keroncong with Western art song repertoire.
Who are the performers for this recital?+
Soprano Madeline Saputra and pianist and violinist Apollon Kalamenios present this collaborative program.
Where is the concert being held?+
The recital takes place at Felix Meritis, located at Keizersgracht 324 in Amsterdam.
