Prince Achmed

Steven Kamperman • compositions, alto clarinet, melodica, drums; Hamid Reza Behzadian • harmonica, Indian guitar, lapsteel; Esat Ekincioğlu • double bass; Silent Movie ‘The adventures of Prince Achmed’ (1926) by Lotte Reiniger.

Steven Kamperman, Hamid Reza Behzadian, and Esat Ekincioğlu take you into the mysterious world of the Tales of 1001 Nights while accompanying the amazing silent movie ‘The Adventures of Prince Achmed’ (1926, Lotte Reiniger). In this astonishing first 1 hour+ animation movie ever, all the characters are silhouettes, cut with scissors, moving against colorful backgrounds. From hauntingly beautiful melodies that evoke the allure of the Arabian desert to thunderous beats that accompany epic battles, the music transports you to a realm of wonder and fascination. Unleash your imagination and embark on a captivating journey like no other.

Interested in a concert? The group disposes of all the needed visual equipment.

Prince Achmed live in Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam, March 31st, 2023

City Maps review Trouw

City Maps "Clarinet player and composer Steven Kamperman is an adventurer who never loses track. His music often departs from a clear starting point, but that surely doesn't mean that the road and the final destination are already familiar territory. City Maps perfectly fits that approach, and once again, it is 'spot on'. De busy city, the multicultural city, the enigmatic city: Kamperman brings everything to life with his (almost) drumless quartet. And what a good idea, leaving out the drums; it adds breathing space to the music!" - Trouw, Mischa Andriessen
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