André Kuipers & Kamerata Zuid: A Musical Space Journey at De Doelen, Rotterdam
A unique encounter between music, science, and wonder as astronaut André Kuipers joins the Kamerata Zuid string orchestra. The program features an intimate arrangement of Gustav Holst's world-famous suite 'The Planets', performed by ten wind instruments and twelve strings. Kuipers serves as a storyteller, sharing fascinating insights about the solar system that illuminate Holst's musical imagination, taking the audience on a journey from the combative Mars to the mystical Neptune.
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Who is performing at this event?+
Astronaut André Kuipers and the string orchestra Kamerata Zuid.
Where is the event taking place?+
At the De Doelen concert hall in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
What is the theme of the performance?+
The program features Gustav Holst's 'The Planets', accompanied by stories from space shared by André Kuipers.
What kind of event is this?+
It is a musical performance and storytelling concert combining classical music and space science.
When is the event?+
The event is scheduled for March 28, 2027.
