Grachtenfestival: Woodcraft

Woodcraft performs new compositions at the Grachtenfestival in MOVE Amsterdam. The ensemble combines jazz, groove, improvisation, and vocals, giving violin, viola, and cello a contemporary voice. Each member brings their own musical style, resulting in original music with diverse forms and influences.

Grachtenfestival: Woodcraft

Dates

Fri 14 Aug15:00 - 15:00

Location

Move Amsterdam, Stadionplein 28, 1076 CM Amsterdam

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Jazz, groove, and strings in one ensemble

Woodcraft combines jazz, groove, improvisation, and vocals with the sounds of violin, viola, and cello. In doing so, the ensemble gives string instruments a contemporary voice. Founded in 2017, Woodcraft presents original compositions that defy categorization within a single genre. The music moves between classical traditions and contemporary influences.

Individual style of each member

Each member of Woodcraft brings their own musical background and style. This leads to compositions with diverse forms and influences. The musicians are Wouter Torringa (violin), Reinout de Vey Mestdagh (cello), Joshua Herwig (cello), and Ischa Kooistra (cello). Together, they form an ensemble that places improvisation at the center.

New compositions at the Grachtenfestival

Woodcraft will be performing new compositions at the Grachtenfestival. The festival takes place on and around the Amsterdam canals and offers a stage for unique musical encounters every year. Woodcraft will be performing at MOVE, a venue that provides space for innovative programs. Are you interested? Use the link on this page for tickets.