Jan Welmers is one of the Dutch leading composers for new organ music. But his oeuvre contains works for other instruments and ensembles as well. His works are regularly performed both nationally and internationally.
With this festival marks his 80th birthday. A great milestone with many concerts with famous musicians like Jan Hage, Jetty Podt, Tatiana Koleva, Piet van der Steen. From September 16 to October 1, 11 concerts will be given as a tribute to composer Jan Welmers.
There will be a presentation on the work and the compositions of Welmers. A new CD with his works for organ by Jan Hage, will be presented and authors prof. dr. Hans Fidom, drs. Hugo Bakker, drs. Willem-Jan Cevaal and dr. Jan Hage will release a book on Welmer’s works.
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