Jaap Blonk (born 1953 in Woerden, Netherlands) is a self-taught composer,
vocalist, poet and visual artist. His unfinished studies in mathematics and
musicology mainly created a penchant for activities in a Dada vein, as did several
unsuccessful jobs in offices and other well-organized systems. In the early 1980s
he discovered the power and flexibility of his voice, and set out on a long-term
research of phonetics and the possibilities of the human voice.
At present, he has developed into a specialist in the creation and performance of
sound poetry and a unique vocal improviser, supported by a powerful and
uninhibited stage presence. He performs and gives workshops worldwide on a
regular basis. With the use of live electronics and projection of visuals the scope
and range of his concerts has acquired a considerable extension.
Blonk’s music can be found on 30 CDs on his own Kontrans label as well as many
other recordings on other labels. Also, about a dozen books featuring his visual
work have been published in several countries.
Also appearing tonight are local vocal artists Bob Marsh and Matte Refic.
Show Starts @7pm
$20 Suggested Donation
