Your World, Your Music

What does Eindhoven sound like when the whole world makes music together? Discover it all at De Markt. From Turkish and Indian sounds to Polish folk music, Caribbean rhythms and Latin American influences, this afternoon is a celebration of the cultural richness of our city. Artists, choirs, bands and dancers from different communities will take you on a musical journey around the world, with each culture sharing its own unique story.

Your World Your Music is an initiative by Muziekgebouw Eindhoven that uses music to bring people from different backgrounds together. In collaboration with ambassadors from various communities, we create programmes that reflect their cultures, traditions and musical heritage. This has led to the creation of events such as Merhaba Eindhoven, Witaj Eindhoven, Bladi Festival and Hola Eindhoven, all of which have become an integral part of Muziekgebouw Eindhoven’s programme.

During De Opening, all these worlds come together on one stage. Listen, dance, discover new music and celebrate the cultural diversity that makes Eindhoven so special.

Programme

Presentation:

Solange Rose
Wikke Peters

Music & dance:

14:00 Solange Rose

Driven by curiosity and conversation, Solange creates a meeting place with Club Solange where people from all backgrounds come together and social issues are openly explored. Music is central to this, as is the connection between differences and similarities.

14:30 DJ

15:00 Music With Latinos & fashion show (Latin America)

Musicians from Ritmo Latino perform well-known and traditional songs from different countries, interspersed with a festive parade in traditional dress. With infectious rhythms, authentic sounds and a warm atmosphere, music, culture and connection come together in a lively celebration. Organised by Centro Latino de Orientación (C.L.O.).

15:30 Priya’s Studio of Dance, Naadham, Eyal Divas (India)

Priya’s Studio of Dance presents an impressive choreography inspired by traditional folklore, focusing on themes such as resilience, empowerment and the strength of new generations. Naadam Netherlands adds an energetic musical experience with the vibrant sounds of Shinkari Melam, where the powerful rhythms of traditional Kerala drums create a festive and dynamic atmosphere. Eyal Divas completes the performance with lively Tamil and Telugu folk dances, colourful costumes and infectious energy. Together, these performances form an inspiring celebration of culture, tradition, community and connection.

16:00 Music from the Orient (Turkey & the Balkans)

Music from the Orient is a music group based in Eindhoven that has been performing since 2017 at cultural events, primarily presenting music from the Eastern Mediterranean, Anatolia, the Levant and the Balkans. The band consists of Mercan & Bülent Kocuroǧlu, Başak Ebret and Önder Babur. For The Opening, they have put together a repertoire of lively songs with Balkan vibes and mash-ups that bring Eastern and Western songs together, blending them into surprising arrangements.

17:00 Music (Antillean, Caribbean)

17:30 Harmonie Turks Muziekkoor (Turkey)

Choral singing is alternated with and enhanced by authentic instruments such as the kanun, oud, ney, clarinet and Turkish percussion. The carefully selected repertoire consists of songs from Turkish classical music and showcases the warmth, emotion and cultural richness of this musical tradition. Harmonious vocals and live accompaniment come together in a lively performance that takes the audience into the rhythms and atmosphere of Turkey.

18:00 Payel Dance Academy, Eindhoven Bhangra Vibes, Lasya Dance Academy (India)

India. Dance groups Payel Dance Academy, Eindhoven Bhangra Vibes and Lasya Dance Group come together for a vibrant performance full of music, storytelling and expression. From the graceful folk dances of enchanting Kashmir and the energetic Bhangra and Giddha dances of Punjab to the classical Kathak traditions and lively culture of Uttar Pradesh, each performance showcases a different side of India. With colourful costumes, infectious rhythms and authentic choreography, the dancers celebrate the diversity, connection and timeless beauty of Indian culture.

18:30 Polskie Gniazdo (Poland)

Polskie Gniazdo Band is a dynamic group of eight singers, formed out of a love for music and a desire to share it with the Polish community in the Netherlands. The band was founded in 2023 following an intensive audition process, bringing together members from different parts of the Netherlands with a shared goal: to bring joy to audiences by performing some of the greatest Polish hits. Since then, they have worked tirelessly to refine their repertoire and create unforgettable musical experiences for the Polish community.

19:00 Music (India)