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Caspar van Wijk
Caspar lives in The Hague, where he performs with the Van Wijk/Derudder Quartet, together with pianist Alex Koo Derudder. He is also a popular sideman in a variety of formations. Caspar is a member of the Dutch Concert Big Band and performs regularly with other orchestras, including the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw. He has appeared on international stages in Tokyo, Macao, Jakarta, São Paulo, Philadelphia, London, Ghent, Berlin, Budapest and St. Petersburg.
In addition to his work as a performer, Caspar is a much sought-after teacher. He was invited as a guest teacher in Rovigo (2011), Porto Alegre (2012) and Moscou (2013).
Awards
2014: First Prize, Dordtse SENA Jazz Award (Alex Koo Quintet) 2011: "Best Composition Award", European Keep An Eye Jazz Competition 2008: First Prize, Princess Christina Competition
Tags
Primary Instrument
Saxophone, tenor
Location
The Hague