From our own soil

The Dutch song is flourishing as never before. That is why we like to put singers, from life song to cabaret, in the spotlight. And where better to do this than in the Soesterkwartier?

After the success of previous years, Amateurkunst033 is again organizing a talent show. On Friday, April 17, 2026 in Puntenburg. Will you participate? Participation is free and there are wonderful prizes to be won.

For whom.
- solo singers, groups and choirs who love the Dutch song
- residents of the Soesterkwartier and the rest of Amersfoort
- all ages are welcome
- Experience is not necessary

When and where?
- Friday evening April 17, 2026
- Puntenburg, Puntenburgerlaan 100, Amersfoort
- Time: 19.30-22.00 hours
- Participation and public access are free

How to participate.
By registering before April 8, 2026 with the registration form (https://scholenindekunst.nl/amateurkunst033/talentenjacht-soesterkwartier/) ! As soon as we receive your application, we will contact you quickly.

What can you win?
There are two prizes to be won: the audience prize and the jury prize.

🙌 the winner of the Audience Award will make and record a song of his own with Paul Brandsma

🙌 the winner of the Jury Prize gets to perform at the Groenmarkt on Saturday, April 18, during the Smartlappenfestival

Both winners will also receive three workshops from Paul Brandsma on vocal technique and stage presentation.

Who is on the jury?
- Paul Brandsma: Amersfoort keyboardist, arranger and conductor
- Peter Bruys: Amersfoort singer and accordionist
- Esther Kruiter: Amersfoort singer and coach