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Tabitha in Eindhoven: A unique show with personal stories and powerful lyrics.

Last Saturday it finally happened: Tabitha made her debut at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven! The popular singer-songwriter put on a show that was a bit different from what you might expect. It wasn’t a standard theater set with fixed songs and scripted talks, but rather a personal, spontaneous evening where music, stories, and interaction with the audience took center stage.

An Unexpected Start

The evening began in a way no one had seen coming. There was no music, but a meditation session. Something that, like many other elements of the show, was a surprise for the audience, but it was precisely that which made it so unique. She wanted to live in the moment, feel what was right to share, and truly give the audience something meaningful. For a moment, the people in the crowd hesitated: “Are we really going to meditate?” But Tabitha, with her calm voice and powerful words, convinced the audience. Everyone closed their eyes and was taken into a moment of self-love and silence. After the meditation, the musical opening began: the calmness gave way to powerful music, with lyrics about embracing yourself.

Personal Stories Between the Music

The songs were connected in a special way throughout the evening. Sometimes, Tabitha explained the deeper meaning of a song by reading a passage from her diary, and at other times, she spontaneously shared a personal story that felt right to tell in the moment. She presented herself vulnerably, which made her songs even more powerful and moving.

Because you knew the story behind a song, you could feel the emotion more strongly and understand the lyrics better. Her beautiful voice ensured that everyone listened with full admiration.

Danceable Hits

Tabitha is not only known for her emotional and calm songs, but also for her danceable tracks, which are hugely popular with her fans. Halfway through the show, she asked the audience if they were in the mood for something lighter, and the response was immediately enthusiastic. When she then performed well-known hits like “Blijf bij mij” and “Hij is van mij,” the entire room sang along with her.

Using Your Voice

Tabitha shared that she started making music at the age of fifteen because she felt that music was the place where she finally got the attention she lacked in her youth. She emphasized how important it is for everyone to dare to let their voice be heard. To convey that feeling, she did a vocal exercise with the audience, which again created a unique moment during the evening. She sang a line for them to repeat, and at first, the audience hesitated, but soon everyone joined in enthusiastically. It was a great example of how she truly made the audience part of the show.

It was an evening without a rigid script but with a real connection to the audience. Deep, personal stories alternated with light, danceable moments, creating a perfect balance. An evening in which you got to know Tabitha and her music on a much deeper level.

  • © Kitty van de Waart

  • © Kitty van de Waart

  • © Kitty van de Waart

  • © Kitty van de Waart