Thomas van Dun
Contemporary composer
Contemporary composer
Van Dun’s music explores a rich spectrum of instrumental color, energy, and narrative. His work spans diverse media—from classical orchestras to electronic soundscapes—blending tradition with innovation.
Van Dun’s music explores a rich spectrum of instrumental color, energy, and narrative. His work spans diverse media—from classical orchestras to electronic soundscapes—blending tradition with innovation.
His music has been played by ensembles and orchestras such as The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Het Muziek (formerly: Asko|Schönberg), the Dutch National Ballet, the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest, and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, and been awarded multiple prizes including the 1st prize at the 70th International Rostrum of Composers (category ‘Under 30).
His music has been played by ensembles and orchestras such as The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Het Muziek (formerly: Asko|Schönberg), the Dutch National Ballet, the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest, and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, and been awarded multiple prizes including the 1st prize at the 70th International Rostrum of Composers (category ‘Under 30).
Worked With
Worked With
Create music from the heart
Create music from the heart
“At its heart, my music seeks to forge a deep emotional and spiritual connection with a wide audience, delivering an unforgettable experience at every turn. While the themes I explore can be complex—or even venture into the dark and uncomfortable—they resonate on a primal, instinctive level. I also aim to bring the energy of the outside world into the concert hall, drawing from influences like dance music. The result is a magical interplay of darkness and light: a soundscape that feels both timeless and rooted in the pulse of contemporary society.”
“At its heart, my music seeks to forge a deep emotional and spiritual connection with a wide audience, delivering an unforgettable experience at every turn. While the themes I explore can be complex—or even venture into the dark and uncomfortable—they resonate on a primal, instinctive level. I also aim to bring the energy of the outside world into the concert hall, drawing from influences like dance music. The result is a magical interplay of darkness and light: a soundscape that feels both timeless and rooted in the pulse of contemporary society.”
“At its heart, my music seeks to forge a deep emotional and spiritual connection with a wide audience, delivering an unforgettable experience at every turn. While the themes I explore can be complex—or even venture into the dark and uncomfortable—they resonate on a primal, instinctive level. I also aim to bring the energy of the outside world into the concert hall, drawing from influences like dance music. The result is a magical interplay of darkness and light: a soundscape that feels both timeless and rooted in the pulse of contemporary society.”
Music timeline
Music timeline
Music timeline
2025
IN FLUX
for symphony orchestra - performed by Het Balletorkest at the Dutch National Ballet
2025
IN FLUX
for symphony orchestra - performed by Het Balletorkest at the Dutch National Ballet
2025
IN FLUX
for symphony orchestra - performed by Het Balletorkest at the Dutch National Ballet
2025
Mijn Jonge Leven heeft een Eind
for chamber orchestra - performed by the Dutch National Chamber Orchestra
2025
Mijn Jonge Leven heeft een Eind
for chamber orchestra - performed by the Dutch National Chamber Orchestra
2025
Mijn Jonge Leven heeft een Eind
for chamber orchestra - performed by the Dutch National Chamber Orchestra
2024
Knaldrang
for symphony orchestra - performed by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Dutch Philharmonic Orchestra
2024
Knaldrang
for symphony orchestra - performed by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Dutch Philharmonic Orchestra
2024
Knaldrang
for symphony orchestra - performed by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Dutch Philharmonic Orchestra
2024
Tomorrow, tomorrow, and tomorrow…
for two pianos - performed by Pianoduo Scholtes & Janssens
2024
Tomorrow, tomorrow, and tomorrow…
for two pianos - performed by Pianoduo Scholtes & Janssens
2024
Tomorrow, tomorrow, and tomorrow…
for two pianos - performed by Pianoduo Scholtes & Janssens
2024
Dark Lights
for two pianos - performed by Pianoduo Scholtes & Janssens
2024
Dark Lights
for two pianos - performed by Pianoduo Scholtes & Janssens
2024
Dark Lights
for two pianos - performed by Pianoduo Scholtes & Janssens
2023
Rocailles de l’apres-vie….
for large ensemble
2023
Rocailles de l’apres-vie….
for large ensemble
2023
Rocailles de l’apres-vie….
for large ensemble
2023
Devant la nebuleuse de l’Anneau
for trombone, piano and live electronics
2023
Devant la nebuleuse de l’Anneau
for trombone, piano and live electronics
2023
Devant la nebuleuse de l’Anneau
for trombone, piano and live electronics
2022
Light Mass
immersive concert experience for ensemble and organ, with live visual art
2022
Light Mass
immersive concert experience for ensemble and organ, with live visual art
2022
Light Mass
immersive concert experience for ensemble and organ, with live visual art
2022
Anxiety Attack + Shower
for piano and 2 percussionists
2022
Anxiety Attack + Shower
for piano and 2 percussionists
2022
Anxiety Attack + Shower
for piano and 2 percussionists
2021
Unrestrictions
for symphony orchestra
2021
Unrestrictions
for symphony orchestra
2021
Unrestrictions
for symphony orchestra
2021
In Transit
concerto for percussionist and large orchestra
2021
In Transit
concerto for percussionist and large orchestra
2021
In Transit
concerto for percussionist and large orchestra
2020
Lockdown Pressure
for small ensemble
2020
Lockdown Pressure
for small ensemble
2020
Lockdown Pressure
for small ensemble
2020
Vespers
for solo bassoon
2020
Vespers
for solo bassoon
2020
Vespers
for solo bassoon
2019
Fading in Silk
for symphony orchestra
2019
Fading in Silk
for symphony orchestra
2019
Fading in Silk
for symphony orchestra
2019
Haagse Suite
for baroque ensemble and dancer
2019
Haagse Suite
for baroque ensemble and dancer
2019
Haagse Suite
for baroque ensemble and dancer
2019
Lauds
for solo natural horn in E-flat or modern horn
2019
Lauds
for solo natural horn in E-flat or modern horn
2019
Lauds
for solo natural horn in E-flat or modern horn
2018
Mama handed me a gun…
for two horns
2018
Mama handed me a gun…
for two horns
2018
Mama handed me a gun…
for two horns
2018
Kidnapped (Soundtrack)
music to a short film by Ollie Wiggins
2018
Kidnapped (Soundtrack)
music to a short film by Ollie Wiggins
2018
Kidnapped (Soundtrack)
music to a short film by Ollie Wiggins
2018
Abyss
miniature for symphony orchestra
2018
Abyss
miniature for symphony orchestra
2018
Abyss
miniature for symphony orchestra
2018
In Memory of I
for b♭ clarinet, bass clarinet and delay system
2018
In Memory of I
for b♭ clarinet, bass clarinet and delay system
2018
In Memory of I
for b♭ clarinet, bass clarinet and delay system
2018
Configuring pixelations
for symphony orchestra
2018
Configuring pixelations
for symphony orchestra
2018
Configuring pixelations
for symphony orchestra
2018
Entrata & Partenza
for brass quartet and percussion
2018
Entrata & Partenza
for brass quartet and percussion
2018
Entrata & Partenza
for brass quartet and percussion
2018
Sports et Divertissements
[arrangement] for brass quartet and flute
2018
Sports et Divertissements
[arrangement] for brass quartet and flute
2018
Sports et Divertissements
[arrangement] for brass quartet and flute
2017
out
for soprano, two trombones, contrabass and percussion
2017
out
for soprano, two trombones, contrabass and percussion
2017
out
for soprano, two trombones, contrabass and percussion
2017
Colours
for piano, keyboard, zither, melodica and acoustic guitar
2017
Colours
for piano, keyboard, zither, melodica and acoustic guitar
2017
Colours
for piano, keyboard, zither, melodica and acoustic guitar
2016
left
for percussion trio and dancer
2016
left
for percussion trio and dancer
2016
left
for percussion trio and dancer
2016
X
for string quartet
2016
X
for string quartet
2016
X
for string quartet
2016
Comes
for recorder quartet
2016
Comes
for recorder quartet
2016
Comes
for recorder quartet
2016
…aurum est obscuratum
for mixed choir
2016
…aurum est obscuratum
for mixed choir
2016
…aurum est obscuratum
for mixed choir
2015
espaces
for clarinet, horn, violin, cello
2015
espaces
for clarinet, horn, violin, cello
2015
espaces
for clarinet, horn, violin, cello
2015
2 nocturnes for Carla Kleekamp
for violin and cello
2015
2 nocturnes for Carla Kleekamp
for violin and cello
2015
2 nocturnes for Carla Kleekamp
for violin and cello
2014
Arabeske
for piano and cello
2014
Arabeske
for piano and cello
2014
Arabeske
for piano and cello
2013
Ouverture
for piano
2013
Ouverture
for piano
2013
Ouverture
for piano
2013
Sirene
for cello
2013
Sirene
for cello
2013
Sirene
for cello
Video’s
Video’s
“I strive to transform the viewer, guiding them through a world of sound and color, and awakening emotions that linger long after the experience.”
“I strive to transform the viewer, guiding them through a world of sound and color, and awakening emotions that linger long after the experience.”
“I strive to transform the viewer, guiding them through a world of sound and color, and awakening emotions that linger long after the experience.”
- Thomas van Dun
- Thomas van Dun
- Thomas van Dun
About Thomas
About Thomas
About Thomas
Thomas van Dun (The Netherlands, 1995) is a contemporary composer and visual artist. He has written for diverse ensembles including multiple symphony orchestras. His pieces have been played by ensembles and orchestras such as The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Het Muziek (formerly: Asko|Schönberg), the Dutch National Ballet, the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest, and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, and been awarded multiple prizes including the 1st prize at the 70th International Rostrum of Composers (category ‘Under 30). His work as a fine artist has been exhibited in locations such as the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Internationaal Theater Amsterdam and the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, and won the 1st prize of renowned tv programme and art competition ‘Project Rembrandt’
Thomas van Dun (The Netherlands, 1995) is a contemporary composer and visual artist. He has written for diverse ensembles including multiple symphony orchestras. His pieces have been played by ensembles and orchestras such as The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Het Muziek (formerly: Asko|Schönberg), the Dutch National Ballet, the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest, and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, and been awarded multiple prizes including the 1st prize at the 70th International Rostrum of Composers (category ‘Under 30). His work as a fine artist has been exhibited in locations such as the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Internationaal Theater Amsterdam and the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, and won the 1st prize of renowned tv programme and art competition ‘Project Rembrandt’
Thomas van Dun (The Netherlands, 1995) is a contemporary composer and visual artist. He has written for diverse ensembles including multiple symphony orchestras. His pieces have been played by ensembles and orchestras such as The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Het Muziek (formerly: Asko|Schönberg), the Dutch National Ballet, the Radio Filharmonisch Orkest, and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, and been awarded multiple prizes including the 1st prize at the 70th International Rostrum of Composers (category ‘Under 30). His work as a fine artist has been exhibited in locations such as the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Internationaal Theater Amsterdam and the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, and won the 1st prize of renowned tv programme and art competition ‘Project Rembrandt’
What others have said
What others have said
What others have said
“In the “young composers” category, the work selected as most worthy for worldwide broadcasting was Rocailles de l’après-vie…for large ensemble (2022) by young Dutch composer Thomas van Dun (b. 1995). The composition was presented by Netherlands Public Broadcasting.”
International Rostrum for Composers
“We hebben gekozen voor de schilder die op ons de meeste emotie heeft overgebracht, die het meeste lef en eigenheid heeft getoond maar die ook de breedste schildertechniek heeft’
Marc de Beyer over Van Dun’s finalewerk in Project Rembrandt
"We chose the painter who conveyed the most emotion, who showed the most courage and individuality, but who also possessed the broadest painting technique.”
Marc de Beyer on Van Dun's final work in Project Rembrandt
"We kennen Thomas als een componist die feilloos een sfeer weet neer te zetten, die je meevoert door zijn kathedralen van klank."
Juryrapport van de Keep an Eye Foundation Productieprijs 2024
"We know Thomas as a composer who flawlessly creates an atmosphere, who transports you through his cathedrals of sound."
Jury report of the Keep an Eye Foundation Production Award 2024
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Kijkers onder de indruk van de finale van ‘Project Rembrandt’ (en dít is de winnaar)
De finale van het vierde seizoen van Project Rembrandt was weer even indrukwekkend als altijd, vonden kijkers. Déze amateurkunstschilder was volgens hen de terechte winnaar.
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Exclusief ‘Project Rembrandt’-winnaar Thomas van Dun maakte een schilderij over zijn hiv-diagnose: ‘Ik voelde me alsof ik van mijn onschuld af was’
Thomas van Dun, kunstschilder, componist én winnaar van tv-programma Project Rembrandt: ‘De opdrachten stromen binnen.’ Componist Thomas van Dun won vorige maand NTR-programma Project Rembrandt, dat op zoek gaat naar de beste Nederlandse amateurkunstschilder. Voor zijn winnende meesterwerk liet hij zich inspireren door zijn hiv-diagnose, waarmee hij in de uitzending naar buiten trad. ‘Ik dacht: waar moet het ook anders over gaan?’
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Componist Thomas van Dun is suppoost in het Concertgebouw, waar zijn nieuwste werk wordt uitgevoerd
Componist Thomas van Dun De jonge componist Thomas van Dun maakt zijn debuut in de ZaterdagMatinee met een nieuw stuk voor ensemble Asko|Schönberg. Van Dun werkt zelf in het Concertgebouw, waar hij al jaren suppoost is. Zaterdag is hij vrij.
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Kijkers onder de indruk van de finale van ‘Project Rembrandt’ (en dít is de winnaar)
De finale van het vierde seizoen van Project Rembrandt was weer even indrukwekkend als altijd, vonden kijkers. Déze amateurkunstschilder was volgens hen de terechte winnaar.
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Exclusief ‘Project Rembrandt’-winnaar Thomas van Dun maakte een schilderij over zijn hiv-diagnose: ‘Ik voelde me alsof ik van mijn onschuld af was’
Thomas van Dun, kunstschilder, componist én winnaar van tv-programma Project Rembrandt: ‘De opdrachten stromen binnen.’ Componist Thomas van Dun won vorige maand NTR-programma Project Rembrandt, dat op zoek gaat naar de beste Nederlandse amateurkunstschilder. Voor zijn winnende meesterwerk liet hij zich inspireren door zijn hiv-diagnose, waarmee hij in de uitzending naar buiten trad. ‘Ik dacht: waar moet het ook anders over gaan?’
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