The interpretations of Canto Ostinato have a special character. Because composer Simeon ten Holt has freed up the possibilities for performance, a unique way of playing is created; as with improvisation, the musical choices are made at the time of the performance. The Matangis race through the piece and are in constant communication with each other. At Canto Ostinato there is therefore no leadership. The piece leads itself. Tension and relaxation create a desire that gives way to deep emotion. Simeon ten Holt composed with the Canto Ostinato, literally translated ‘stubborn song’, a piece of music in which time and space become separate from each other and where it is about experiencing locally.

The Matangi Quartet has asked Gerard de Bruyne to come and draw live at these concerts, where he is inspired by Matangi’s performance and his drawings can be seen on a large screen behind the quartet. In this way, each concert is not only a new musical experience, but a new visual work of art is created in the spirit of the unique performance.