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10. Van Zweden: musici schetsen 'patroon van angst'

Van Zweden: musici schetsen 'patroon van angst'
0.0May 25, 2025 · 26 min

We investigate the working methods of the Netherlands' most famous conductor: Jaap van Zweden. A 'pattern of fear' emerges from dozens of conversations with musicians. We speak to orchestra members and people from the orchestra's staff, compare their stories and ask experts whether this is unacceptable behaviour. How serious is it? Musicians talk about calling in sick to get out of his way, about using medication and about years of stress. Why did no one intervene for all those years? And, could it be done differently?