Jacob de Haan (composer)

Jacob de Haan is a Dutch contemporary composer known for wind music. De Haan has also published various vocal works, including several masses for choir, wind band, and soloists. De Haan is regularly invited as a guest conductor for performances of his own work. He also gives master classes and acts as a jury member at international competitions. De Haan also published works under the pseudonyms Dizzy Stratford, Tony Jabovski, Larry Foster, and Ron Sebregts. He also conducts master classes and serves as a jury member at international music competitions. In Germany, De Haan collaborated with the Bayerische Musikakademie (Bavarian Music Academy) and the Bundesakademie für musikalische Jugendbildung (Federal Academy for Musical Youth Education) in Trossingen. Compositions De Haan draws inspiration from both contemporary and classical composers. His compositional process often begins with improvisation on his old Steinway piano, developing themes and melodies into completed works. . Earlier, in 2003, he received a lifetime achievement award from the Frisian regional broadcasting company Omrop Fryslân. Works for Choir and Concert Band * 2003 Missa Brevis – mixed choir with organ or wind