A concert for everyone

Celebrate the revival of the Grote Kerk’s dazzling Art Nouveau windows in this unforgettable concert film, “A concert for everyone.” For the first time in over a century, the stained‑glass panes bathe the historic church in brilliant light, framing the serene peat‑colony landscape, sunlight, and singing birds—a truly magical backdrop for a night of music that feels both timeless and utterly accessible. At its heart lies the soaring finale of Camille Saint‑Säns’s iconic **Symphony No. 3**, the “Organ Symphony.” Rarely performed due to its demand for a large concert organ, this triumph of bombastic energy finds a perfect home here on the late-Romantic instrument built by the legendary E.F. Walcker. The skilled hands of organist **Jochem Schuurman** and the virtuoso VKSO, under the baton of conductor **Lubertus Leutscher**, turn this masterpiece into an unforgettable experience. The piece’s familiar theme, once inspiring the pop hit “If I Had Words” by Scott Fitzgerald and Yvonne Keeley, will resonate with every listener. The program also charms with a romantic opener featuring **Johannes Brahms’s Symphony No. 1, parts 3 and 4**, followed by cinematic delights: the spellbinding “Harry Potter Suite” (parts 3 & 4) and “Far and Away” by **John Williams**, the tense “The Pacific” (arr. D. Mols) by **Hans Zimmer**, and a “Davy Jones” suite from *Pirates of the Caribbean* also by Zimmer. Every element—venue, acoustics, the large organ, the eclectic repertoire—comes together for a concert that honors tradition, celebrates artistry, and invites all to enjoy a night full of wonder. Book your tickets now and be part of a celebration that will light up your evening in the most spectacular way.