Wow! From Baroque to Right Now

Jörgen van Rijen records two contrasting discs for Channel Classics

With two very different CDs released in 2008 on Channel Classics, Jörgen van Rijen passionately advocates and demonstrates the validity of the trombone as a solo instrument. Featuring studio footage from Amsterdam, our film includes baroque concerti with Combattimento Consort and an extraordinary work by Jacob Ter Veldhuis – "I was like WOW!" – inspired by a documentary film ("Purple Hearts" courtesy of VPRO Dutch Television, directed by Roel van Broekhoven) with US soldiers injured in the Iraq War.

The Borletti-Buitoni Trust (BBT) helps outstanding young musicians to develop and sustain international careers with awards that fund tailor-made projects. As well as financial assistance the Trust provides invaluable support and encouragement to an ever-growing family of young musicians.