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For our latest edition of Pocket Concerts, we were honored to welcome Henk Kraaijeveld, Daan Herweg and Paul van der Feen to the studio.

Bringing together voice, piano, and saxophone, the trio creates an intimate musical dialogue shaped by lyrical melodies, expressive improvisation and remarkable chemistry. Vocalist Henk Kraaijeveld, winner of both the Jury and Audience Awards at the Dutch Jazz Vocalists Competition, is joined by acclaimed pianist Daan Herweg and celebrated Metropole Orkest saxophonist Paul van der Feen for a performance full of warmth and spontaneity.

Watch the full performance via the link in our bio.

Pocket Concerts is made possible by World of Jazz, inJazz, Het Jazz Archief, and Podiumkunst.net.

For our latest edition of Pocket Concerts, we were honored to welcome the Alexander Beets Quartet to the studio.

Joined by Frán Rodríguez (piano), Marius Beets (double bass) and Sven Rozier (drums), tenor saxophonist Alexander Beets brings together deep roots in the hard bop tradition with a contemporary approach to improvisation, creating a sound defined by energy, swing and lyrical interplay.

Known internationally as “The Hurricane” for his powerful sound and commanding stage presence, Beets has spent decades shaping both the Dutch and international jazz landscape — as a performer, educator, artistic director and advocate for the music. His contributions to the scene have earned him recognition as the Dutch Jazz Ambassador and recipient of the BIMPro Award.

Watch the full performance via the link in our bio.

Pocket Concerts is made possible by World of Jazz, inJazz, Het Jazz Archief, and Podiumkunst.net.

After a weekend full of music, reconnecting with old friends and meeting new faces, we’re happy to look back on some of the highlights of North Sea Jazz 2026 in Rotterdam.

From our annual reception with North Sea Jazz on Saturday afternoon to the many incredible Dutch acts that took over the stages throughout the weekend, there weren’t many moments when we weren’t dancing, admiring, or connecting.

What’s your favorite North Sea Jazz memory from this year?

Ahead of North Sea Jazz this weekend, we sat down with saxophonist and composer Mete Erker to look back on his very first visit to the festival in the mid-1980s. At just 16 years old, seeing his musical heroes perform left a lasting impression and helped shape the artist he would become.

We also spoke about how that same sense of inspiration became the starting point for his latest project, paying tribute to the musicians who have influenced him throughout his career.

This Saturday, July 11th, Mete Erker Trio + 1 takes the Yenisei stage at North Sea Jazz, performing from 18:00–19:15.

Ahead of North Sea Jazz this weekend, we sat down with trumpeter and composer Suzan Veneman to talk about her memories of the festival, the making of her new album The Art of Letting Go, and the creative process behind her music.

This Friday, July 10th, Suzan Veneman Sextet takes the stage at North Sea Jazz from 22:00–23:15 at the Yenisei stage. Don’t miss the chance to see one of the leading voices of the Dutch jazz scene return to North Sea Jazz for her first performance at the festival since 2022.