The Turing Test

Alan Turing is considered the father of modern computational science and much, if not all, of our modern computer technology and the connectivity that we now take for granted is born of the work of this one great, but troubled man. His famous test was designed to prove whether artificial intelligence (AI) could successfully imitate human thought. The single movement of The Turing Test is essentially non-programmatic, but it does seek to show something of the emotion and colour of Turing’s life in its different sections. The composer employs bi-tonality and complex rhythms to show opposing worlds colliding. At the end of each test, we must decide: has true AI beenborn?

The Turing Test

Alan Turing is considered the father of modern computational science and much, if not all, of our modern computer technology and the connectivity that we now take for granted is born of the work of this one great, but troubled man. His famous test was designed to prove whether artificial intelligence (AI) could successfully imitate human thought. The single movement of The Turing Test is essentially non-programmatic, but it does seek to show something of the emotion and colour of Turing’s life in its different sections. The composer employs bi-tonality and complex rhythms to show opposing worlds colliding. At the end of each test, we must decide: has true AI beenborn?

Playing Drums Serious Fun (D) : Mörderisch gut Drums spielen

This method for drummers has evolved from practical work and is intended for pop and rock drummers soon to play with a band. Right from the start, students are invited to practice rhythms and fills as well as to apply them in pieces of various style. There is also a section for theory, reading skills and technique (rudiments). The edition comes with a CD featuring all rhythms and fills (MP3-format) for listening and playing-along.

Primary Jazz Kit : Zu Akkorden Improvisieren

Primary Jazz Kit : Zu Akkorden Improvisieren

Primary Jazz Kit : Zu Akkorden Improvisieren

Primary Jazz Kit : Zu Akkorden Improvisieren

Primary Jazz Kit : Zu Akkorden Improvisieren

Primary Jazz Kit : Zu Akkorden Improvisieren

Primary Jazz Kit : Improviseren op een akkoordenschema

Primary Jazz Kit : improviseren op een akkoordenschema

Primary Jazz Kit : Improviseren op een akkoordenschema

Primary Jazz Kit : improviseren op een akkoordenschema

Primary Jazz Kit : Improviseren op een akkoordenschema

Primary Jazz Kit : Improviseren op een akkoordenschema

Homage : Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style

Homage comprises six variations on an original theme in Renaissance style. Written as a test piece for the renowned contest ‘Gouden Spiker Festival’ in Friesland (The Netherlands), it is a challenging concert or contest piece, presentingattractive and demanding parts for all sections.

Homage : Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style

Homage comprises six variations on an original theme in Renaissance style. Written as a test piece for the renowned contest ‘Gouden Spiker Festival’ in Friesland (The Netherlands), it is a challenging concert or contest piece, presentingattractive and demanding parts for all sections.

Homage : Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style

Homage comprises six variations on an original theme in Renaissance style. Written as a test piece for the renowned contest ‘Gouden Spiker Festival’ in Friesland (The Netherlands), it is a challenging concert or contest piece, presenting attractive and demanding parts for all sections.

Czech Suite

The melodies for Czech Suite, a work for accordion ensemble in three movements, originate from the rich folk culture of the Czech Republic. These strong melodies have survived the test of time and are still sung and played in the Czech Republic today.

Homage : Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style

Homage comprises six variations on an original theme in Renaissance style. Written as a test piece for the renowned contest ‘Gouden Spiker Festival’ in Friesland (The Netherlands), it is a challenging concert or contest piece, presenting attractive and demanding parts for all sections.

Chorale Variations : On a Theme in Ancient Style

Chorale Variations comprises six variations on an original theme in Renaissance style. Written as a test piece for the renowned contest ‘Gouden Spiker Festival’ in Friesland (The Netherlands), it is a challenging concert or contest piece, presenting attractive and demanding parts for all sections.

Chorale Variations : On a Theme in Ancient Style

Chorale Variations comprises six variations on an original theme in Renaissance style. Written as a test piece for the renowned contest ‘Gouden Spiker Festival’ in Friesland (The Netherlands), it is a challenging concert or contest piece, presenting attractive and demanding parts for all sections.

Samson : Symphonic Poem for Brass Band

Samson takes inspiration from a well-known biblical character from the Old Testament. In its form, it refers to the style of the great 19thCentury symphonic poems. The piece expresses different aspects of the main character, resulting in atechnical, expressive, colourful and impressive test piece, composed for the European Brass Band Championships.

Samson : Symphonic Poem for Brass Band

Samson takes inspiration from a well-known biblical character from the Old Testament. In its form, it refers to the style of the great 19thCentury symphonic poems. The piece expresses different aspects of the main character, resulting in atechnical, expressive, colourful and impressive test piece, composed for the European Brass Band Championships.

Terra Incognita : Unknown Land

Download the Digeridoo sound file here.In five musically and thematically continuous parts, this composition transports us to foreign, fascinating places - stepping into the shoes of the explorers who set off to discover unknown lands centuries ago. The test piece for the Dutch Brass BandChampionships 2015 (Challenge Section) holds interesting solo parts for flugelhorn and trombone. An exciting musical journey!