Saxofonist Marike van Dijk: Thús

Discover the Fryske roots of Marike van Dijk

Marike van Dijk presents her composition Thús, a commissioned work by BIMHUIS Productions. In it, she reflects on her Fryske background, with language and the human voice taking centre stage. For this project, she assembled an international sextet. The band members and a choir led by Sanne Huijbregts sing the lyrics, which makes for a special listening experience.

A special musical collaboration

Marike van Dijk worked for years, alternating between New York, Australia and the Netherlands, and has a strong reputation as a saxophonist, composer and arranger. Since 2010, she has released various albums with her own compositions. For her ensemble The Stereography Project, she arranged work by, among others, The Beatles. Her music is intuitive and honest, according to pianist Gil Goldstein.

Enjoy a versatile jazz composer

As a saxophonist, Marike van Dijk has played in orchestras such as the European Jazz Orchestra and the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw. With her own Nu Art Orchestra, she challenges jazz traditions and offers a platform to young female jazz musicians. Do not miss this performance and visit the link for tickets to experience this unique show.