Hans Leenders studied percussion at Rotterdam Conservatoire, where he graduated as a performing musician in 1995. He also studied orchestral conducting with, among others, Jorma Panula. In the same year, he received a permanent appointment as percussionist with the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, where he later also became assistant conductor to Valery Gergiev. Since 1997, he has been teaching at Codarts, Rotterdam's conservatoire. In 1998, Hans became a finalist in the prestigious international Kirill Kondrashin conducting competition, after which he conducted almost all Dutch professional orchestras. His debut with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra followed in 2004. A special moment was in 2008, when he conducted the National Liberation Concert with the students of the Codarts Symphony Orchestra, in the presence of Queen Beatrix. After winning the ‘international conducting competition Cadaqués’, an International career also followed. These included conducting the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse and the famous orchestra of the Mariinsky Theatre in St Petersburg. One of his great passions is creating and performing musical theatre. In doing so, he conveys the beauty of (classical) music to young audiences in an accessible and creative way. Programme: - M. Mussorgsky Night on Bald mountain (arr. Rimsky-Korsakov) (1886) - B. Bartók Concerto for Orchestra Sz. 116 (1943) Length: 55 min.
Dear colleagues, We would like to announce the group production of the third year Codarts Circus Arts students on 2 or 3 May 2025, performing for Circusstad Festival Rotterdam. All and Nothing At some point we acrobats - just like everyone else, must ask ourselves what we believe is important. Taking inspiration from folk tales and bringing the cosmos into the choreography, All and Nothing explores our perspectives on what really matters. Directed by Tim Lenkiewicz We hope to welcome you! Anna Beentjes (head), Jan Daems and Thomas Falk (coordinators) Codarts Circus Arts Rotterdam Ticket(s) Please book your ticket(s) for one of the performances by clicking on one of the following ticket links: 2 May at 17.30 3 May at 16.30 Location: Fenix I Dolf Henkesplein 15, 3072 LN Rotterdam Performers: Third year students 24/25 Luna Baier, Lise Beaumard, Mikk Bernadt, Axel Bernard-Bouissieres, Alice Clénet, Merel Duffels, Nienke Goodijk, Marcelin Manceau, Corbinian Neubauer, John Ochieng, Mia Erika Peterson, Mathis Platre, Thaïs Ragot, Swantje Theesfeld Credits: Light: Edwin van Steenbergen Sound: Laurens Voois Rigging: Nikolay Pyasta Production: Vivian Hendriks Musical composition: Tim Lenkiewicz Live music: Simona Mihaylova Costume design: Loek van Cruchten Graphic campaign image: Tim Lenkiewicz
Dear colleagues, We would like to announce the group production of the third year Codarts Circus Arts students on 2 or 3 May 2025, performing for Circusstad Festival Rotterdam. All and Nothing At some point we acrobats - just like everyone else, must ask ourselves what we believe is important. Taking inspiration from folk tales and bringing the cosmos into the choreography, All and Nothing explores our perspectives on what really matters. Directed by Tim Lenkiewicz We hope to welcome you! Anna Beentjes (head), Jan Daems and Thomas Falk (coordinators) Codarts Circus Arts Rotterdam Ticket(s) Please book your ticket(s) for one of the performances by clicking on one of the following ticket links: 2 May at 17.30 3 May at 16.30 Location: Fenix I Dolf Henkesplein 15, 3072 LN Rotterdam Performers: Third year students 24/25 Luna Baier, Lise Beaumard, Mikk Bernadt, Axel Bernard-Bouissieres, Alice Clénet, Merel Duffels, Nienke Goodijk, Marcelin Manceau, Corbinian Neubauer, John Ochieng, Mia Erika Peterson, Mathis Platre, Thaïs Ragot, Swantje Theesfeld Credits: Light: Edwin van Steenbergen Sound: Laurens Voois Rigging: Nikolay Pyasta Production: Vivian Hendriks Musical composition: Tim Lenkiewicz Live music: Simona Mihaylova Costume design: Loek van Cruchten Graphic campaign image: Tim Lenkiewicz
The works on this album, originally composed as practice material for Bach's son Wilhelm Friedemann, are among the most virtuosic and refined pieces in organ literature. Bergwerff brings this music to life in all its glory on the historic Wiegleb organ (1739) in the St. Gumbertuskirche in Ansbach, an instrument that, with its authentic tonal colours and playing characteristics, is uniquely suited to these masterpieces. The jury of the Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik is extremely enthusiastic about this album. "With this magnificent organ, Aart Bergwerff has chosen an almost ideal instrument to perform Bach's trio sonatas impressively. He finds the perfect tempo for each movement, highlights the depth dimensions of the slow middle sections with rich colours, and catapults the listener into a spectacular spatial sound experience," according to the jury. Aart Bergwerff is a driven and versatile musician. He loves exciting and adventurous programming. Aart has a passion for classical repertoire, particularly that of Johann Sebastian Bach. On the other hand, he enjoys exploring new paths and forms in organ culture. Bergwerff studied organ, choral conducting, and church music at Codarts (formerly Rotterdam Conservatory). As a teacher, he is affiliated with the Classical Music department at Codarts. Since 1994, he has been a principal organ teacher and arranging instructor there.
AYÊ pays homage to Brazilian, Portuguese, Spanish, and other Latin music styles. With their distinctive sound—a dynamic fusion of tradition and creativity—they take listeners on a musical journey filled with energy and emotion. The band consists of: Inês Kosters – vocals and oboe Francisco Rodríguez – piano Eva Serrano – double bass and backing vocals Tiago Greenleaf – drums and percussion The Erasmus Jazz Prize is made possible thanks to main sponsor Nedspice. The award includes a €3,000 cash prize and a performance on the Talent Stage at the North Sea Jazz Festival 2025. The jury—comprising Salle de Jonge (drummer, producer, and lecturer), Linda Bloemhard (singer, education specialist, coach), Mark Haanstra (bassist, lecturer), and Frank van Berkel (Head of Programme at Bimhuis)—praised the event: “A wonderful edition of the Erasmus Jazz Prize: all participants played at a very high level. The three candidates in the finale demonstrated the ability to combine creativity with skill. The winner, Inês Kosters (AYÊ), touched the audience with a very colourful and personal project straight from the heart.” Organised by Codarts University of the Arts Rotterdam, the Erasmus Jazz Prize celebrated its 29th edition this year. The annual event has grown into a crucial stepping stone for emerging jazz talent, offering a stage for the most promising jazz musicians of today. Inês Kosters and AYÊ now join the ranks of renowned past winners, including Jan van Duikeren, Bart Wirtz, Louk Boudesteijn, and Rik Kraak. Thanks to the support of main sponsor Nedspice, LantarenVenster, and the Friends of Codarts Foundation, the Erasmus Jazz Prize remains a valuable stage for up-and-coming jazz artists.
> Home > About Codarts > Support Talent Hartman foundation Stichting Hartman Fonds Stichting Hartman Fonds The Stichting Hartman Fonds ( https://www.hartmanfonds.nl/ ), a Rotterdam fund focused on Codarts, annually provides the opportunity to support an innovative project in the field of classical music. Classical music students from Codarts, or recent graduates, can apply. The innovative character of the projects can be expressed in many ways. Examples can be tapping into new audiences, innovative forms of presentation or entering interdisciplinary collaborations. But projects in the field of digital media are also possible. Who can apply: The application must be submitted by at least one Codarts student or graduate in the academic year 2023/2024 or 2024/2025. How much can be requested: An amount of up to € 2,500 Evaluation criteria for the submitted projects: Innovative character using classical music Rotterdam component Clear description and budget The project will be completed before 1 June 2026 Social component Link to recording(s) or footage Together, these criteria provide an overall picture of the submitted project. Not all of them are required in the application to be eligible for a contribution. How to apply: You send the digital requests to the following address: hartmanfonds@codarts.nl The deadline for submission is 1 October 2025. Make sure that the following is clear in your application: What do you want to present? How does it fit into (part of) the criteria? When does it take place? How are you going to organise it? And how did you arrange it financially? Questions? Please send questions to the following email address: hartmanfonds@codarts.nl An expert jury, consisting of the Head of Classical Music of Codarts and two teachers, will consider the submitted proposals and formulate an advice to the Stichting Hartman Fonds. Before 1 November 2025, the foundation will decide which project will receive a contribution. The dates are listed below: 1 October 2025: deadline for submitting an application 1 November 2025: Stichting Hartman Fonds communicates choice to applicants 1 June 2026: supported project has been completed. A report of the project is submitted with at least a financial paragraph.
Onyx Trio Yiğit Şahan Yüksel, clarinet Roberto Luque Schoham, viola Julia Tavit, piano Lazos Quartet Jörgen Gènova Roldán, violin Miguel Ángel Ruiz Ruiz, violin Roberto G. Luque Schoham, viola Diogo Simões Martins, cello Programma Max Bruch (1838-1920) 8 pieces I. Andante II. Allegro con moto VII. Allegro vivace, ma non troppo Aleksandr Borodin (1833-1887) Strijkkwartet in D Majeur, nr 2 I. Allegro moderato II. Scherzo. Allegro
Book your ticket(s) for this performance now. Il mondo della Luna (1777) is a dramma giocoso by Joseph Haydn, set to a libretto by Carlo Goldoni (1707–1793), one of the most influential playwrights of the eighteenth century. The opera premiered at Eszterháza, the summer palace of Prince Nicolaus Esterházy, though many details about the original performances have been lost over time. In the opera, the gullible Buonafede is tricked into believing he is travelling to the moon. This elaborate ruse leads to a series of comic entanglements, featuring brilliant arias and exuberant finales. As is often the case with opera buffa , the plot is swiftly resolved in the very short third act. Due to a theatre fire in 1779, little of the original material was preserved, but the opera experienced a revival in the twentieth century and has since become one of Haydn’s most beloved stage works. The composer even reused some fragments in later compositions, further highlighting the enduring appeal of this music. Il mondo della Luna They say life on the moon is easy... ...and no one tells you whom you can or cannot marry. Bonafede, a gullible and controlling father, believes he knows what is best for his daughters and keeps them under strict supervision. But the two young women dream of freedom and long to marry the men they love. When Bonafede refuses to give his consent, Ecclitico, a clever astrologer, devises an elaborate plan to outsmart him (and make some extra money in the process!). With the help of Ernesto and his loyal servant Cecco, they embark on a bold and comical adventure full of deception, disguises, and unexpected twists.
Book your ticket(s) for this performance now. Il mondo della Luna (1777) is a dramma giocoso by Joseph Haydn, set to a libretto by Carlo Goldoni (1707–1793), one of the most influential playwrights of the eighteenth century. The opera premiered at Eszterháza, the summer palace of Prince Nicolaus Esterházy, though many details about the original performances have been lost over time. In the opera, the gullible Buonafede is tricked into believing he is travelling to the moon. This elaborate ruse leads to a series of comic entanglements, featuring brilliant arias and exuberant finales. As is often the case with opera buffa , the plot is swiftly resolved in the very short third act. Due to a theatre fire in 1779, little of the original material was preserved, but the opera experienced a revival in the twentieth century and has since become one of Haydn’s most beloved stage works. The composer even reused some fragments in later compositions, further highlighting the enduring appeal of this music. Il mondo della Luna They say life on the moon is easy... ...and no one tells you whom you can or cannot marry. Bonafede, a gullible and controlling father, believes he knows what is best for his daughters and keeps them under strict supervision. But the two young women dream of freedom and long to marry the men they love. When Bonafede refuses to give his consent, Ecclitico, a clever astrologer, devises an elaborate plan to outsmart him (and make some extra money in the process!). With the help of Ernesto and his loyal servant Cecco, they embark on a bold and comical adventure full of deception, disguises, and unexpected twists.
