In this 3rd concert of Piano Day 2023: Hannes Minnaar. In honor of 100 years of Simeon ten Holt, Hannes Minnaar performs two of his Solo Devil Dances (Soloduiveldans). 

Hannes Minnaar is one of the most successful pianists in the Netherlands. As a prizewinner of international competitions in Geneva and Brussels, he managed to draw international attention to himself. Hannes Minnaar has performed as a soloist with many orchestras, including the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the National Orchestra of Belgium. He is also one of the founders of the Van Baerle Trio, which regularly gives concerts at Goede Rede Concerten.

Press and public describe Hannes Minnaar as a pianist who knows how to convey the essence of the music. They praise his spontaneity, natural play and ease, which does not get bogged down in superficiality.