Clear Thinkers (Scherpdenkers): Herman Pleij and Ralph van Raat (Dutch spoken)

Medieval inspirations for modern times

Let yourself be carried away by the enchanting sounds of Carmina Burana , one of the most beloved works of classical music. Pianist Ralph van Raat plays a selection from a virtuoso arrangement for piano solo of Orff's masterpiece, which is based on medieval poems about love, lust, happiness and bad luck.

What is the meaning of these texts, which were written in Latin, Middle High German and Old French? What do they say about the culture and mentality of medieval people? Cultural historian Herman Pleij, who specialises in medieval literature, tells us about this.

Pleij explains the relationship between the original texts and the music in a captivating and humorous way. He also shows how these texts are still relevant to our current time, in which we dream of a perfect life, just like in the Middle Ages.

An unforgettable musical experience

For lovers of chamber music the Recital Hall is the venue of choice. You can hear the musicians breathe and you can practically touch them. This hall is also cherished by musicians for its beautiful acoustics and direct contact with the audience. In the Recital Hall you can hear the best musicians of our time. Buy your tickets now and experience the magic of the Recital Hall for yourself!