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Joey Roukens

Interview with Joey Roukens

Joey Roukens’ Bosch Requiem opened November Music 2022 in Den Bosch, blending contemporary classical with emotional depth. Roukens’ composition, written especially for this festival, captivated listeners from the very first notes.


 Composer Joey Roukens wrote the Bosch Requiem, marking the opening of the November Music festival in Den Bosch. Every year, a different composer is tasked with composing the opening piece for the festival, and Roukens’ composition was no exception—stunning and evocative. The premiere of Bosch Requiem took place on Thursday and was met with great acclaim. Roukens’ work for this year’s festival offered a unique interpretation of the requiem mass, combining contemporary classical elements with emotional depth. The piece set the tone for the rest of the festival, making a memorable impact on the audience.