Opera for Congress, Gala & Dinner

2 (duo) performers

Indoor and outdoor

Singer (female)

30 min

Room for a grand piano/piano or where He

NL

Do you like classical music, but not a stuffy stately performance? Do you want to laugh and be entertained, but also be blown over by bombastic sounds? Look no further.

Meet soprano Dagmar Rijff and classical pianist Hein Hoogendoorn. They bring classical music to life in a smooth, humorous and theatrical way. In addition, you will be amazed at the recognizability of the repertoire. 'Ave Maria', 'O mio babbino caro', they bring to life the 'pop music' of the past, in the present time, in a smooth way!

Abridged review of a previous booking:
"Dagmar is not only an excellent singer, but also a born performer. She reads her audience flawlessly, connects naturally and lifts any event to a higher level with her presence. The cooperation beforehand was very pleasant: professional, flexible and clear.
We highly recommend Dagmar Rijff for any event that requires quality, musicality and a stylish form of entertainment. She is a real added value to any party or occasion."

What do we bring to you and your guests during your (gala) dinner?
Emotion: we hope to make your audience experience a range of emotions by moving them and then making them laugh.
Interaction: soprano Dagmar walks around and connects - appropriately to the aria - with your guests. For example, she will sometimes even sit at people's tables or stand behind your chair while she sings. In this way, guests feel part of the performance and are therefore more involved in the musical performance.
Surprising: you will give your guests something to talk about and that gives them a new perspective on the sometimes dusty, but beautiful classical repertoire that can also be brought in a modern, looser way. In this way, you will bring classical music - literally - among the people.

Besides gala dinners, we can also be booked for conferences. In addition to all the benefits described above, research shows that classical music has a positive effect on concentration, cognitive ability and performance. Make your congress a success and an experience - with classical music as the secret trump card for attention, entertainment and knowledge retention.

Are you looking for a refreshing, surprising interruption or a memorable opening or closing of your business event or dinner?
Contact us today and discover how soprano Dagmar Rijff and pianist Hein Hoogendoorn will make your event unforgettable.

Sources and acknowledgments
The "International Journal of Arts & Sciences" published a study in 2016 on the influence of classical music on the learning ability of children between the ages of 8 and 12 with mild intellectual disabilities. After the study, the researchers saw a 15% improvement in concentration, a reduction in certain error patterns and the overall results of the test group were better than the control group.
See the study here:
https://#####/EPDB%3Agcd%3A15%3A#####/detailv2?sid=ebsco%3Aplink%3Ascholar&id=ebsco%3Agcd%3A#####&crl=c&link_origin=#####

Another study, published in 2024, looked at the positive influence of classical music in a test group of 24 middle-aged women. This study examined the effect of classical music on both cognitive and physical ability. The results were astounding. Herewith briefly all the benefits from the article:
Improved functional mobility
→ Improved movement and performance of daily activities.
Increased aerobic endurance
→ More energy and better fitness when walking or cycling, for example.
Improved attention capabilities
→ Improved concentration and focus.
Promotion of cognitive functions (from previous studies)
→ Positive effects on executive functions, memory and processing speed, among others.
Stimulates brain areas for emotion and thinking
→ Activation of limbic system and frontal brain lobes.
Promotes brain development and activity
→ Increased neurogenesis, synaptic plasticity and production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine.
Increases motivation and enjoyment in exercise
→ Music evokes positive memories and increases perseverance.
Reduces feelings of fatigue during exercise
→ Physical performance feels less demanding.
Increases arousal and brain activity during exercise
→ Stimulates alertness and effort.
Can reduce feelings of pain and exertion
→ Through release of serotonin and endorphins.

Why is this relevant to a successful conference?
Classical music enhances your visitors' concentration and motivation, and contributes to better cognitive processing. In addition, classical music appeals to the part of the brain where emotions are processed. Knowledge associated with emotion is remembered better and longer. In other words, your conference will be remembered by participants for a long time.

Source: "The Effects of Classical Music on Functional and Cognitive Performances in Middle-Aged Women" - MDPI, 2024.
#####

Share this act