nuOct 26, 2026, 10:05

Composer Cor Bakker awarded Edison Jazz Audience Award: 'Proud'

Composer Cor Bakker has received the Edison Public Prize in the Jazz category for his latest album. The award was presented during a special broadcast of the Dutch television program Podium Klassiek, which also honored various other musicians with prestigious Edison awards.

Composer Cor Bakker has been honored with the Edison Public Prize in the Jazz category, an achievement he shared with excitement on social media. The 65-year-old musician expressed his pride regarding the recognition, which he earned for his recent album recorded alongside collaborators Frits Landesbergen and Jeroen Vierdag. His colleague Bloemen praised him as a deserving winner and a virtuous musician who has consistently delivered high-quality work throughout his career.

The award presentation occurred during a broadcast of the program Podium Klassiek on NPO 2, which featured several other notable winners. American jazz pianist Brad Mehldau was presented with the Edison Lifetime Achievement Award for Jazz, while the classical equivalent went to French pianists Katia and Marielle Labèque. Furthermore, cellist Anastasia Kobekina and conductor Tonu Kaljuste were recognized for their respective contributions to the classical music field. Following the ceremony, the event highlighted the diverse talent within the industry through live performances, including a collaborative piece by Bakker and Kobekina.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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