The fund

is purchasing a marimba

Passion and Talent

Twenty-year-old David Kuijken approached the Musical Instrument Fund with the request to borrow a high-quality marimba. His teacher, Ramon Lormans—one of the most sought-after international marimba soloists of the younger generation—wrote about him: “I know David as an exceptionally passionate, motivated, and talented musician. He knows how to move people with his playing and has a brilliant future ahead of him as a percussionist/marimbist.” In a short time, Ramon introduced us to the world of the marimba. The Musical Instrument Fund was delighted to discover the possibilities of adding an instrument “new” to the fund’s collection!

Beautiful rosewood

After trying out many different instruments, the one made in the Netherlands turned out to be the most beautiful. The gorgeous rosewood keys for the new 5-octave marimba were all handpicked by Ramon at Adams’ large, impressive factory. After hours of tapping and striking, the 61 bars were selected, and Adams was able to slowly complete the construction process.

Adams

The Adams factory, which once began among the vineyards in Thorn, is now a leading international brand for concert percussion and brass instruments. Every week, pallets and boxes full of instruments are shipped all over the world. Only 2% of all the marimbas built there remain in the Netherlands.

Loan

The marimba is finished. In March, David, together with the Musical Instrument Fund, picked up the instrument. It was transported by car to David’s attic room in ten (!) gig bags. With this beautiful marimba on loan, David will be able to make tremendous progress in this area!