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From Shadow to Light Featured in WASBE World Magazine

My composition From Shadow to Light is featured in the July edition of WASBE World Magazine. In the Suggested Repertoire for Developing Bands column, a guest conductor selects a number of works that deserve special attention from youth and developing ensembles. For this edition, conductor Joop Boerstoel curated the selection and chose four works to be highlighted for conductors and bands around the world. From Shadow to Light is one of those recommendations. Written for concert band and fanfare orchestra at Grade 3 level, the work portrays a musical journey from uncertainty and tension towards hope, strength and confidence.

8 July 2026

Recording – Concertino for Trombone and Orchestra

On 24 May 2025, my composition Concertino for Trombone and Orchestra received its premiere with the Orchestra of the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee and trombonist Paul Langerman. The work was written on commission for them. Under the direction of conductor Ido Gerard Kempenaar, the piece came to life for the first time in performance, marking an important milestone in the development of the work. Following the premiere, it was decided to create a professional recording. In February 2026, the work was recorded at the Netherlands Radio Music Centre in Hilversum (MCO). The recording was produced by Lex van Diepen Music

19 June 2026

From Shadow to Light – new Grade 3 composition

I am pleased to introduce my new composition From Shadow to Light, written for Grade 3 concert band and fanfare orchestra. The work unfolds in four connected movements, telling a journey from darkness toward light. The piece opens in a large, heavy and tormented atmosphere, yet with a subtle sense of hope. It reflects a struggle through difficult times, inner conflict and uncertainty, while always holding on to a faint glimpse of light. From this tension, a decisive turning point emerges: a moment of fierce energy, resistance and determination to break free. The music becomes more urgent and forceful,

12 June 2026

Featured in Klankbord (VLAMO)

In the most recent issue of Klankbord, the magazine of VLAMO, both an arrangement and a composition of mine were featured in the “Nieuwe Oogst” (New Harvest) section. The publication includes my arrangement of Klezz of ’99 by David Kweksilber and the composition Son of the Sun, written for concert band and fanfare orchestra. Two very different works, presented side by side within this section in a way that suits their individual character. Klankbord is a well-produced and content-rich magazine, covering a wide range of topics related to wind music in Belgium — from repertoire and education to policy, community

11 January 2026

Six Fanfares for the Royal Netherlands Navy

In 2022, I had the privilege of being commissioned by the talented Trumpet Team of the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy in Rotterdam to write a series of fanfares for their six ceremonial herald trumpets, a truly unique ensemble used in official military ceremonies. What began as twelve short fanfares and intradas, each reflecting the grandeur, discipline and maritime spirit of the Royal Netherlands Navy, has now grown into something new. I have arranged and expanded six of these original works into full concert fanfares for fanfare orchestra, forming a vibrant suite titled Six Fanfares for the

10 November 2025

A Quick Update from My Writing Desk

It’s been a busy and inspiring time lately! I recently had the pleasure of writing two new arrangements on commission for the Royal Military Band “Johan Willem Friso”: Cinderella by Eric Coates and The iPhone Variations by Christiaan Wøn. Both are wonderful and quite challenging pieces, not only for the players but also to arrange for concert band. But that’s exactly what makes projects like these so rewarding. I’ve also been working on several arrangements for Heritage Sinfonietta and for the “Telkens Weer Ruud Bos” Foundation, which have been great opportunities to explore different sounds and orchestral colors. Right

30 October 2025

Recording Day with Youth Orchestra Crescendo Sliedrecht – What a Joy!

Yesterday, I had the honor of spending a fantastic afternoon with the youth orchestra of Music Association Crescendo from Sliedrecht. Under the energetic and inspiring leadership of Paul Langerman, around 40 young musicians performed twelve short pieces from my books First Music Fun 1, 2 and 3. The goal of the day was to record promotional material – both video and audio – to help bring these three books to the attention of other youth orchestras, student ensembles, and beginner groups. First Music Fun 1, 2 and 3 are educational music books, each containing 12 accessible and enjoyable pieces

8 June 2025

New Trombone Concertino – Premiere May 24, 2025

This week, I had the chance to listen to the recording of the first rehearsal of my brand-new Concertino for Trombone and Fanfare Orchestra, written for the Fanfare Orchestra of the Royal Dutch Marechaussee and their brilliant principal trombonist, Paul Langerman. Although I couldn’t be there in person, listening to the recording of the first rehearsal was still a truly special experience. It’s a challenging piece, but the dedication, focus, and musicianship of the orchestra under conductor Ido Gerard Kempenaar, combined with Paul’s powerful and expressive playing, truly moved me. They are working with great intensity and passion to

15 May 2025

Celebrating the Timeless Music of Ruud Bos for Efteling Attractions

Celebrating the Timeless Music of Ruud Bos for Efteling Music has a magical ability to transport us into another world, and when it comes to the enchanting Efteling theme park, the compositions of Ruud Bos are undeniably iconic. Over the years, his music has shaped the atmosphere of various Efteling attractions, and two of his masterpieces, Fata Morgana and Villa Volta, stand out as some of the most memorable. 20 years ago, I reached out to Ruud Bos with a proposal: to create arrangements of his music for wind ensembles and fanfare orchestras. I was thrilled to receive his

15 March 2025

Cirque de Curiosités

In 2023, I was commissioned by the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy in Rotterdam to compose an accessible piece of music for a small ensemble of wind and percussion players. The ensemble consisted of a wind orchestra without saxophones, trumpets, and trombones. The result was a work in five interconnected movements about a circus of curiosities: Cirque de Curiosités. The piece opens with Défilé d’Entrée, a cheerful quick march where something feels off, as if a step is being skipped here and there. This leads into Magicien Ennuyeux, a waltz depicting the dull and clumsy magician performing

8 January 2025

Cooperation with Molenaar Edition

Update 2025: In 2020, I launched my label Dutch Wind Music Publications and opened my own digital webshop. It has been a journey full of fun, hard work, and learning to get to this point. Since then, I’ve had the pleasure of providing wind bands from all over the world with sheet music of my compositions and arrangements. I am deeply grateful for the trust that all those orchestras have placed in me by choosing my music. However, things change over time. I decided to stop publishing music by other composers. Why? Organizing, editing, coaching, marketing—these tasks took up

8 December 2024

Download for Free: Trumpet Concerto Solo & Piano Part

In 2022, I composed the Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra for Jeroen Schippers, the solo trumpet player of the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy. It is a challenging, virtuosic piece for both the soloist and the orchestra, showcasing the typical concerto style. Jeroen premiered the piece in November 2022 with his Marine Band, and since then, he has performed it several times, including the premiere with a fanfare band version for the Gelders Fanfare Orchestra in 2024. To make this concerto accessible for trumpet players who don’t have an orchestra readily available, I created a piano reduction

12 March 2023

Newsletter and Mailing List

Newsletter & Mailing List You can now subscribe to my newsletter! I’d love to keep you updated on my new compositions, arrangements, commissions, special offers, and all other news related to my activities and my label, Dutch Wind Music Publications. Simply enter your email address at the bottom of the home page, click “Sign Up,” and you’ll be added to the mailing list. I’ll send you a newsletter up to four times a year—don’t worry, I’m not a fan of weekly spam either. I look forward to welcoming you to my mailing list!

22 November 2020

Making recordings

In addition to the first orders received last month, we’ve received very positive feedback about our new webshop. Common words mentioned in the responses include: well-organized, neat, easy, simple, clear, and fast. However, there are also areas for improvement. Many people have mentioned that they would like to hear a sound sample before purchasing a new piece of music for their concert band, fanfare band, brass band, or student orchestra. Since we believe that MIDI files do not adequately represent the compositions, we will be recording real orchestral performances. To achieve this, we have created the Dutch Wind Band.

17 February 2020

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