Dutch Music – Classical and Contemporary
Dutch Music – Classical and Contemporary Music has always been a major part of Dutch culture, from traditional, classical, and contemporary to jazz, blues, and rock. Over the centuries, Dutch musicians have made an indelible mark on the world's musical landscape, both as performers and composers. From the treasured compositions of classical Dutch composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Willem de Fesch, Jan Sweelinck, and Louis Spohr to contemporary chart-topping Dutch musicians such as Anouk, Martin Garrix, and Tiësto, it can be said that Dutch music is as diverse and vibrant as it is timeless. The Classical Period of Dutch Music The classical period of Dutch music, which is generally described as lasting from 1600 to 1815, saw many important names emerge. Bach, one of the most celebrated and influential of all composers, emigrated to Leipzig, Germany, in 1750 where he became music director of the Thomaskirche. He continued to compose music even after his death in 1750, such a...