Maryleen Schiltkamp 2024 – Photo by Saskia Bakker Fotografie
UPCOMING CONCERTS/ EXHIBITIONS/ PERFORMANCES
2026 LES SACRES; musicpaintingLIVE performance of Stravinsky’s ‘Le Sacre du Printemps’ in a groundbreaking synergy between pianist Reinis Zarins
and music painter Maryleen Schiltkamp
Podium Mozaiek, Amsterdam; Sunday, 26 April, 17:00
Press release: EN Press release LES SACRES 2026
in Dutch:
Persbericht pdf: LES SACRES Persbericht NL
Persbericht word: Persbericht-Les-Sacres-NL-.docx
videoclip Jānis Porietis
musicpaintingLIVE concert during Part1 of Stravinsky’s ‘Le Sacre’ – photo: Jānis Porietis
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A SELECTION OF PREVIOUS EVENTS
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Stage view of the LiveART performance on 31 August: SHOSTAKOVICH Piano Trio No.2 in collaboration with the Swiss Piano Trio Festival Kammermusik Bodensee;
Lilienberg, Switzerland
Reflection on the festival by Kammermusik Bodensee:
“The artist Maryleen Schiltkamp’s rendering of Shostakovich’s harrowing Second Piano Trio into two large-format paintings at the closing concert left a lasting and profound impression. Synchronized with the emotional interpretation of the Swiss Piano Trio, haunting images emerged on the canvases, amplifying and deepening the musical experience. The festival motto “Klangbilder” thus reached its fascinating climax, with musicians and the artist allowing the audience to participate directly in the creative process.”
Interview with Maryleen Schiltkamp on Shostakovich Piano Trio no.2, filmed right after the LiveART performance in collaboration with the Swiss Piano Trio on 5 September 2025 at Kunsthalle Appenzell, Switzerland. Video filmed by Eliyah Reichen @eliyahreichen
2025 2 November: The Three Palaces festival; LiveART improvisations with pianist Maureen Galea in a program of Granados ‘Goyescas’, at the Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, Valletta, Malta.
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2024 – ATLANTIS & OTHER UTOPIAS
1 December, 19:30 @Posthoornkerk, Amsterdam;
Looking back at an incredible experience and amazing event!!
Immersive concert end videoperformance at the Posthoornkerk, Amsterdam, during “Atlantis & Other Utopias”
Maryleen is called on stage during the end applause …
The Posthoornkerk, Amsterdam, during “Atlantis & Other Utopias”
AI photo of the ‘Atlantis & Other Utopias’ videoprojection by Studio de Maan
Teaser clip ‘Atlantis & Other Utopias’ by Studio de Maan
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2024 – 8 September: Europe Art Award‘s Third Prize awarded by gallery owners and art collectors to Maryleen Schiltkamp!
Review by Eliane Muskus (Epicurean Adventure Amsterdam): “After an inspiring three-day exhibition at the Europe Art Fair, Maryleen Schiltkamp was thrilled to receive the 3rd prize in the highly competitive Gallery category. This esteemed award underscores the exceptional quality of her artwork, where each brushstroke is a masterful blend of vibrant colors, evoking both elegance and emotion. Maryleen’s distinct vision and artistic finesse consistently leave a lasting impression, and this recognition is a testament to her talent and dedication. With this prestigious accolade, anticipation builds for the remarkable creations she will create next.”
Europe Art Fair 2024: Maryleen at her prizewinning stand with neo-classical paintings based on the French Baroque painter Nicolas Poussin, ‘Freedom Symphony’ and ‘Vanishing Point’.
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2024 – FROM THE NEW WORLD
Social media review by Eliane Muskus (Epicurean Adventure Amsterdam) on the vernissage of the exhibition FROM THE NEW WORLD, Sunday 1 September 2024:
“Yesterday’s vernissage of Maryleen Schiltkamp was a truly memorable event, showcasing not only her incredible talent but also the vibrant energy that filled the room. The afternoon began with powerful and insightful speeches by Alexander Kraft van Ermel and Maryleen Schiltkamp herself. Both speakers captivated the audience, providing deep reflections on the artistic journey and the inspirations behind the exhibition.The exhibition itself was nothing short of stunning. Maryleen’s works were beautifully curated, each piece telling its own story while contributing to a cohesive and compelling collection. The ambiance of the afternoon was perfect—elegant yet welcoming, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the art and engage in pleasant conversations. Overall, it was a fantastic afternoon that celebrated art leaving everyone inspired and eager to see what Maryleen Schiltkamp will create next.”
New World – Largo; based on Dvořák’s Symphony No.9 – “From the New World”, 115 x 100 cm, 2012
2024 – FROM THE NEW WORLD: 1-7 September; exhibition of paintings by Maryleen Schiltkamp related to Dvořák’s Ninth Symphony “Novosvětská”. Location: White Box, Roelof Hartstraat 7, Amsterdam. Opening reception Sunday, 1 September, 15:30
‘From the New World’, based on Dvořák’s Symphony No.9, oil on canvas, 200 x 160 cm (detail) 2014
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STRAVINSKY – THE RITE OF SPRING !!
2024 With our editor and camera team, we have been working on a video-project of Stravinsky’ RITE OF SPRING. The good news is: we have finished the production stage of this huge project and are now actively looking for ways to place it on streaming platforms… Here is the spectacular trailer which can go public!
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2023 – 16 September, Shostakovich’s Viola Sonata, Op 147; live music-painting collaboration with Judith Ingolfsson (viola) and Vladimir Stoupel (piano) The Duo ; “Rencontres Musicales Internationales d’Aigues-Vives”, France https://aiguesvivesenmusiques.org/
LiveART performance of Shostakovich Viola Sonata, Op.147; Aigues-Vives, 16 September 2023
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Shostakovich portrait 2018 Beethoven sketch 2023
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17 June 2023: musicpaintingLIVE performance of Stravinsky’s ‘The Rite of Spring’ as part of a program ‘AWAKENING’ by pianist Reinis Zarins.17 June, Hanzas perons, Riga (LV) Press release: pdf Awakening – Atmosanas
Interview with Una Meistere – Arterritory.coInterview Article
Concert-video 17 June 2023 @Hanzas Perons, Riga
Photos: Jānis Porietis www.janisphoto.com
Part 1.
Reinis Zariņš & Maryleen Schiltkamp: Stravinsky – The RITE!
Hanzas Perons, Riga, 17 June 2023
musicpaintingLIVE (detail) of The RITE! Part Two – January 2023 rehearsals
Part 1. Earth version; detail of a larger scale artwork created during live musicpainting ( 24.6 ’21)
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January/ February 2020 Five oilpaintings for the tone poem ‘Pan’ op.43 by Czech composer Vítězslav Novák; in collaboration with pianist Tobias Borsboom; 11 January; RondoM Concerten, Wilhelminaoord; 19 January; De Klankvijver, Voorschoten; 26 January, MuZEEum, Vlissingen; 27 February, De Haagse Kunstkring, The Hague, Netherlands.
Video of the last part of the concert of 26 January in Vlissingen
Review by musicologist and music journalist Olga de Kort for the Dutch music magazine ‘Pianist’ nr1. (March 2020) English translation
27 February, 20:00 h: ‘Pan’ op.43 by Czech composer Vítězslav Novák; Live-painting concert of Novák’s ‘Pan’ at the Haagse Kunstkring, Den Haag. X Flyer Pan 2020 def
Woman; part 5 of Novák’s ‘Pan’, oil on canvas, 100 x 120 cm, 2019
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Poster of ‘Vanishing Point’ is now available!
High-quality digital printing for art reproductions, format 69 x 54 cm, with a white border (image size 65 x 50 cm) on Hahnemuhle White Velvet 270 grams paper.
Order at: info@maryleenschiltkamp-music-painter.com
Original painting: ‘Vanishing Point’, oil on canvas, 200 x 152 cm, 2003
painted by Maryleen in a neo-classical style, inspired by the French Baroque painter Nicolas Poussin.
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September 2019: ‘Shostakovich Inspired!’ in collaboration with the Fitzwilliam String Quartet. Live musicpainting performance of Shostakovich Tenth String Quartet, at Brecon Theatre, Wales (UK), 29th September
Festival Hay-on-Wye 2019
DSCH Journal announcement of Maryleen’s collaboration with the Fitzwilliam String Quartet 
More in our Newsletter
Website The Fitzwilliam at Hay
Interview with founding-member Alan George (viola) on Shostakovich String Quartets
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September 2019: ‘The Art of the Symphony’ – film screening, panel discussion & exhibition; in collaboration with DSCH Films 16 September at 15:00; Europe House in The Hague, Netherlands Organized by Blinibioscoop; Trailer documentary: https://vimeo.com/197099565
Line-up of embassy deputies, the organizers of Blinibioscoop, panelspeakers and moderator at House of Europe, The Hague on 16 September 2019. View Movie page
Panel discussion: introduction by Maryleen;
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A new article on musicpaintingLIVE by musicologist and music journalist Olga de Kort was published in the April 2019 edition of Dutch music magazine Piano.Bulletin View page for English translation
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December 2018: Hermitage Amsterdam – Festival ‘Winter avonden aan de Amstel’; with pianist Reinis Zariņš in musicpaintingLIVE: view page
Sofia Gubaidulina – Chaconne
Nicolai Medtner – Sonata Reminiscenza No.1, Op.38
Dmitri Shostakovich – Prelude & Fugue No.24, Op.87
Alexander Scriabin – Sonata No.7, Op. 64
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HOW video on the structure behind musicpaintingLIVE
musicpaintingLIVE: a new performance genre where classical music unites the piano and canvas in perfect sync. Accomplished artists in their own right, pianist Reinis Zariņš and painter Maryleen Schiltkamp together have created a new dimension to listening. In their performances, masterpieces of piano repertoire are directly translated into stunning artworks which are highly personal yet fully aligned with the musical text. They have presented this unique concept in prestigious festivals and venues in the United Kingdom, Latvia and the Netherlands.
musicpaintingLIVE ‘teaser clip’ with Reinis and Maryleen
“Bold fusion of two creative minds leaving lasting impact of beauty”, – Arturs Maskats, award winning Latvian composer, Cesis 2017
Live performance at Vidzemes Concert Hall, Cesis, Latvia – July 2017:
LIVE concert video of Ravel’s ‘La Valse’
LIVE concert video of Bach Busoni Chaconne
LIVE concert video of Messiaen’s ‘Par Lui Tout A Été Fait’ (Vingt Regards)