Born in The Netherlands, in 2002, he is a Dutch horn player currently pursuing his master’s degree at the Universität der Künste in Berlin with Professor Szabolcs Zempléni. He began taking music more seriously after starting his Bachelor’s studies at the Conservatory of Amsterdam. Since then, he has performed regularly as a guest with leading ensembles such as the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also taken part in festivals including the Pacific Music Festival, Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival, and the Gstaad Festival. A passionate chamber musician, he frequently performs with his ensemble “Fika Kwintet.” These combined experiences come together at the Santander Encounter, making it a meaningful space for both artistic exchange and personal growth.