Our autumn concerts 2026:
Brahms, Weinberg and Basevicz
Saturday, November 28 at 8:15 PM at De Schutse in Uithoorn
Sunday, November 29 at 3:00 PM at De Duif in Amsterdam
Program
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Grażyna Bacewicz: Overture for symphonic orchestra
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Mieczysław Weinberg: Fantasy for cello and orchestra
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Johannes Brahms: 1st Symphony
Soloist: Gregor Horsch
Conductor: Jacob Slagter
Tickets
Adults €24.00
Students and under 18 years €15.00
Ticket sales to follow
Orchestra
Het Orkest Amsterdam is an amateur symphony orchestra with dedicated and experienced musicians. Under the direction of conductor Jacob Slagter and in collaboration with occasional soloists, the orchestra performs a varied program three times a year, ranging from major symphonic works to modern compositions and film scores.
Jacob Slagter
Jacob Slagter has been leading Het Orkest Amsterdam since 2014. We're thrilled that Jacob, with his drive, inspiration, and humor, provides us with a wonderful evening every week, and that he elevates our playing to musical heights during the concerts.
Play along!
We currently have several vacancies, you can apply here If you'd like to join Het Orkest Amsterdam, we'd love to invite you to an audition. Would you like to play first? String players are welcome to join us for a few rehearsals. Wind players can apply, and we'll explore the possibilities.
Looking back at Summer 2026:
Swinging concerts in Latin American style
In late June 2026, we played a swinging repertoire by Ginastera, Piazzolla, Revueltas, and Márquez, among others. Great rhythmic pieces, full of influences from Spanish, Portuguese, and African traditions.
We are proud to have been the first amateur orchestra to perform the overture 'Het pand der goden' by Johannes Helstone! In doing so, we contributed to the rediscovery of a composer who deserves a permanent place in the Dutch-Caribbean musical heritage.
Read the program booklet here with explanations of all pieces and composers.
