Workshop laatste dinsdag van de maand

 

To foster a vibrant jazz scene in our city, we need more than just concerts by top-tier jazz musicians; there must also be opportunities for experimentation and learning. That is why, on the last Tuesday of every month, we host workshops and jam sessions at Visum Mundi. If you would like to stay informed, please let us know by sending a message to jamsessie@jazzinwageningen.nl

Workshop Daan Kleijn

 

Northern European Jazz Talent Award

 

Daan Kleijn (1989) grew up in Groningen, where he studied at the Prince Claus Conservatoire. During his studies, he received several awards, including the Northern European Jazz Talent Award. Thanks to a full scholarship from the Huygens Talent Program, he was given the opportunity to continue his education at the prestigious New York University.

 

Blue Note, NY

 

Today, Daan is active worldwide as a jazz guitarist, dividing his time between the Netherlands and New York. He performs regularly at renowned New York jazz clubs, such as the Blue Note, Birdland, and Smalls Jazz Club. His tours have taken him to countries including China, Greece, Switzerland, the United States, Poland, Italy, Germany, and Belgium. As a sideman, he features on numerous albums, collaborating with some of the most prominent artists on the contemporary scene, such as Aaron Parks, Rodney Green, Billy Drummond, Sam Yahel, Rich Perry, Glenn Zaleski, and Mike Rodriguez.

 

Albums

 

Following a “brilliant debut album” (De Telegraaf), Daan Kleijn presented his second CD, “Passages,” in 2018. It is an inspiring album that—through a repertoire of apparent simplicity—showcases the expressive power of jazz. Refreshing original compositions, melancholic Brazilian songs, and carefully selected jazz standards highlight the “enormous dynamic range of this trio, which is simply magical” (Jazzpodium DE). All of this is enhanced by the beautiful, spacious acoustics of the Bethlehem Church in Amsterdam-Noord, where the album was recorded.

 

Experienced teacher

 

As an educator, Daan has given masterclasses in the United States, Europe, and Asia; he also serves as a jazz guitar instructor at the Academy of Music and Performing Arts at Fontys School of Fine and Performing Arts, as well as at the HKU (University of the Arts Utrecht).
Furthermore, Daan holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, earned from the Open University.

Tickets workshop

 

Would you like to join in? Purchase your ticket here for the workshop with Daan Kleijn.
The workshops will take place on Tuesday, January 26, 2027, and Tuesday, February 23, 2027, both from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Location workshop

 

The workshop, led by Daan Kleijn, will take place in the historic, landmark building (the auditorium) of Visum Mundi in the Vrijheidskwartier.

Address: Generaal Foulkesweg 1, 6703 BG Wageningen

Look for direction and parking options for Visum Mundi on Google Maps.

Jam session

 

Following the workshop, the jam session will take place as usual.
It runs from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM and is free to attend for both musicians and the audience.
You can find more information about the jam session here.

Backline

 

There is a sound system, microphones, and a few DI boxes available. A basic drum kit can be provided, though you are also welcome to bring your own. If you have any questions regarding sound, backline, or instruments, please email jamsessie@jazzinwageningen.nl