Brandee Younger & Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw

Event

When:
Thu, 2. October 2025
Category:
Live Music in Rotterdam
Brandee Younger & Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw

Description

Harp meets big band in a one-night jazz collaboration at Theater Rotterdam

American harpist Brandee Younger brings her modern jazz touch to Theater Rotterdam on Thursday 2 October 2025, teaming up with the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw for an exclusive collaboration. Celebrated as a ‘Rising Star’ in Downbeat Magazine, Younger has played with artists like Robert Glasper, Pharoah Sanders, Lauryn Hill, and John Legend. Her album Brand New Life earned a Grammy nomination and an NAACP Image Award, proving the harp belongs at the heart of contemporary jazz.

The Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw, led by Ilja Reijngoud, is known for boundary-pushing performances with some of the biggest names in jazz. This project continues their mission to bridge tradition and innovation—making jazz accessible to new audiences while exploring fresh sonic territory with today’s top players.

Expect a powerful meeting of cultures, instruments, and generations, all woven into one unforgettable evening.

Date: Thursday 2 October 2025
Venue: Theater Rotterdam
Time: 20:30
Tickets: €25 (incl. €3 service costs)
Seating: Seated only, free choice of seat

Venue

Location:
Theater Rotterdam
Street:
Schouwburgplein 25
Postcode:
3012 CL
City:
Rotterdam

Description

Theater Rotterdam is a prominent cultural institution in the Netherlands, known for its diverse and innovative performing arts programming. Formed in 2017 through the merger of several local theater companies, including the Rotterdamse Schouwburg and RO Theater, it serves as both a producing and presenting venue. The theater showcases a wide array of performances, from contemporary dance and drama to international productions, aiming to engage a broad audience. Notably, Theater Rotterdam offers performances accessible to non-Dutch speakers, featuring dance pieces and plays in English or with subtitles.

The main venue, known as TR Schouwburg, is located at Schouwburgplein 25 in the heart of Rotterdam. Designed by architect Wim Quist and opened in 1988, the building features multiple performance spaces, including a large auditorium with seating for 879 attendees.

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