Esther Van Hees live in Hilversum

Experience Esther Van Hees live on September 23rd

Esther Van Hees is a Dutch composer and performer whose work frequently explores the intersection of voice, electronics, and extended vocal techniques. Her compositions often involve intricate layering of vocal sounds, processed audio, and subtle electronic textures, creating immersive and atmospheric soundscapes. She is known for a minimalist approach emphasizing timbre and spatialization within her pieces.

The concert will take place at the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision (Nederlands Instituut voor Beeld en Geluid) in Hilversum. Established in 1989, the institute serves as the national archive of Dutch television, radio, music, film and new media. Beyond preservation, it functions as a knowledge and innovation center dedicated to media technology and culture. The building itself houses extensive collections accessible for research, education, and public engagement.

The institute’s facilities include specialized screening rooms, editing suites, and exhibition spaces designed to showcase its holdings. It actively engages in digital preservation initiatives to ensure long-term access to audiovisual heritage. The venue regularly hosts events related to media art, sonic experimentation and cultural heritage – aligning with Van Hees’s artistic practice. The institute's focus on sound as a cultural artifact makes it a fitting location for her performance.