Live music

Magical moments

When the sun goes down behind Central Station, warm sounds caress your ears, coming from a rooftop in Amsterdam-Noord. The spectacular setting and intimate atmosphere of our summer venue form the perfect conditions for artists to create magical moments in a dynamic interaction with the audience.

International flavors of Amsterdam

For over 10 years, On the Roof has been home to the colorful, diverse music scene of Amsterdam and special guests from abroad every year between June and September. Artists you may know or would like to discover, are exploring and sometimes crossing the borders of jazz, global sounds and improvised music in authentic intimate performances. What started as a somewhat crazy idea born out of passion has become a faithful summer rendezvous to discover new music, hear your favorite artists, enjoy the beautiful sunset and meet with friends.

Double-bill concerts, family matinées and young creators program

Since 2022, in order to present even more variety we have introduced double-bill concerts, Sunday afternoon family concerts and a new support program for Young Creators. On this website, you can read more about our program, get to know the the musicians and look back on previous editions.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter below to stay informed and receive advanced notice about our activities and the new season’s program.

We are looking forward to welcoming you!

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/

Concerts

Family friendly

Culture

Jazz

Cultural

🎨 Cultural

🍿 Chill

🪩 Party

On the Roof

On the Roof 2024

Joana Almeida

Maripepa Contreras

Pedro Ivo Ferreira

Sjahin During

Cacha Mundinho breathes new life into forgotten musical routes, drawing inspiration from the Iberian atmosphere and Portuguese troubadour tradition. Their music traverses North Africa, the Middle East, and from India to Brazil. Their debut album, “Vento do Mar”, released on October 20th, 2023 by Mundus Productions and distributed by AudioMaze, is filled with original compositions. This album introduces listeners to the band’s personality, the beautiful and warm voice of Joana Almeida, and the musical heavyweights she has assembled.

The name “Cacha” originates from Cape Verdean Creole, derived from the word “catch”, while “Mundinho” translates to “small world”. And indeed, this what a Cacha Mundinho’s concert does: it catches a small world and shares it with the audience. This year at On The Roof, Cacha Mundinho invites parents, grandparents, children, and listeners of all ages on a small world trip!

Line-up:
- Joana Almeida (PT) – guitar & vocals
- Maripepa Contreras (SP) – oboe & duduk
- Pedro Ivo Ferreira (BR) – double bass
- Sjahin During (NL/TK) – percussion

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/2024-cacha-mundinho/

International

CACHA MUNDINHO FAMILY CONCERT

Originally from Wales, alto saxophonist and composer Alice Leggett has made her career in both London and Amsterdam, where she pursues her Masters at the Conservatorium. Alice Leggett Quintet combines Alice’s distinctive compositions with an array of improvisations from each band member. With representatives from no fewer than four different nationalities, the music is enriched by diverse perspectives, personal interpretations, and improvisational voices. This collaborative approach results in a dynamic and continuously evolving sound that highlights the ensemble’s individuality and collective synergy.

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/2024-alice-leggett-quartet/

ALICE LEGGETT QUARTET YOUNG CREATOR

Ticket

Regular Ticket

Groene Stip Stadspas

Mola Sylla

Ernst Reijseger

Harmen Fraanje

The music of Reijseger/Fraanje/Sylla has been described as ‘the perfect amalgam of jazz, African songs and classical music’ (North Sea Jazz). The trio has released two albums for Winter and Winter and composed and performed music for several films by renowned filmmaker Werner Herzog.

The trio delivers powerful and beautiful music that is also melancholic, always strongly supported by the excellent voice of their African singer. Fraanje’s exuberant, improvised piano playing and Reijseger’s subtle cello melodies create an eclectic, sometimes spiritual whole where nothing is quite as it seems.

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/2024-reijseger-fraanje-sylla/

Classical

Improv

REIJSEGER/FRAANJE/SYLLA

Ambergris

MaDaBa Trio & Ambergris will be performing on August 19th.

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/early-editions/

MaDaBa Trio & Ambergris

Sinan

Han van ’t Land is a passionate musician and songwriter from Amsterdam. He writes songs that reflect on the power of music and his view on the world. During his performances, Han ignites a spark of connection, awareness and joy. His music is a colourful mix of folk, reggae and world rhythms with tribal influences. Han leads his audience on an intimate, adventurous, and energetic journey, accompanied by an array of instruments and musicians from around the globe.

This year at On the Roof, he will be joined by bass player Lucas Dols (Sounds of Change, Dyar) and Sinan Arat from Turkey on ney and vocals, promising an unforgettable musical experience. Sinan, born in Turkey, trained at the Ottoman music conservatory in Izmir and Rotterdam under bansuri master Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and ney expert Kudsi Erguner. His expertise reflects deep insights into Anatolian folk, Ottoman and Indian classical music, and contemporary experimental and crossover styles.

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/2024-han-sinan/

Folk

Reggae

HAN (Here and Now) Family Concert

Rembrandt Frerichs

Efraïm Trujillo

Due to circumstances, the line-up of this concert had to be changed. This is the new programme.

Rembrandt and Efraïm have for many years collaborated in various projects. In this program they will give a new interpretation to their favorite jazz standards in the most intimate and adventurous setting: the duet.
Their album ‘Our Favorite Things’ will be released by ZenneZ Records later this year.

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/rembrandt-frerichs-efraim-trujillo/

Rembrandt Frerichs & Efraïm Trujillo

Curaçao-born percussionist Vernon Chatlein has spent years studying the musical culture and instruments of his beloved island. His exploration of the archival collection Zikinzá is curated by Missionary Priest Paul Brenneker and literary artist and anthropologist from Curaçao “Ompi” Elis Juliana. This collection recorded anecdotes and songs from Afro-Curaçaoan culture in the 1950s. It serves as the foundation for the musical compositions of his project, Chatlein i su zumbi.

Vernon Chatlein and his band blend his contemporary compositions with sound fragments from the past, aiming to pay homage to “our ancestors, our language, and all its magic,” as he explains in his own words. Expect a mix of traditional percussion and rhythms from Curaçao with elements of jazz, improvisation and samples from the archives.

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/2024-chatlein-i-su-zumbi/

CHATLEIN I SU ZUMBI

Maarten Hogenhuis

Stan Vreeken

Dave Wismeijer

Stan Vreeken is a singer, guitarist and songwriter from Amsterdam, known for his crafty lyrics and clever compositions. Often lighthearted and poignant – musically indebted to the likes of Paul Simon, Beck and Bill Withers – his songs are little universes on their own. 

Not only will Stan be touring Dutch theatre festival ‘De Parade’ this summer, where he is playing his own theatrical concert _Lonesome George –_ about ‘Endlings’, the last known living individuals of species gone extinct. In October 2021 Stan will be releasing his first full length album – ‘Just Like That’ – a colourful pop/soul-album, with a cheerful nostalgia for the song-smiths, synth-pop and blue-eyed soul of the 70’s and 80s’

Line-up:
- Stan Vreeken – guitar & vocals
- Mats Voshol – drums
- Dave Wismeijer – bass
- Maarten Hogenhuis – saxophone & guitar

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Event source:
https://on-the-roof.com/artists/stan-vreeken/

Soul

Cacha Mundinho

On a sunny Sunday afternoon, warm sounds caress your ears, coming from a rooftop in Amsterdam-Noord. The spectacular setting and intimate atmosphere of our summer venue form the perfect backdrop for a family concert featuring Cacha Mundinho. Join us for a delightful musical experience with your loved ones!

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Event source:
https://www.facebook.com/events/800854421972052/

On The Roof - Cacha Mundinho (family concert)

Adam

Maggie

Christie

Eric

Anna

Magical Moments
When the sun goes down behind Central Station, warm sounds caress your ears, coming from a rooftop in Amsterdam-Noord. The spectacular setting and intimate atmosphere of our summer venue form the perfect conditions for artists to create magical moments in a dynamic interaction with the audience.

International Flavors Of Amsterdam
For over 10 years, On the Roof has been home to the colorful, diverse music scene of Amsterdam and special guests from abroad every year between June and September. Artists you may know or would like to discover, are exploring and sometimes crossing the borders of jazz, global sounds and improvised music in authentic intimate performances. What started as a somewhat crazy idea born out of passion has become a faithful summer rendezvous to discover new music, hear your favorite artists, enjoy the beautiful sunset and meet with friends.

Double-Bill Concerts, Family Matinées And Young Creators Program
Since 2022, in order to present even more variety we have introduced double-bill concerts, Sunday afternoon family concerts and a new support program for Young Creators. On this website, you can read more about our program, get to know the the musicians and look back on previous editions.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter below to stay informed and receive advanced notice about our activities and the new season’s program.

We are looking forward to welcoming you!