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Performing Arts


Maarten Rischen
Music Pro

Hometown: Zwolle, The Netherlands
Training: MA Contemporary Music, Royal University Groningen
Occupation: Musician, composer, producer
Time in SZ: 3.5 years
Favorite lazy day activity: Reading books and listening to podcasts on a bench in Shenzhen Bay, overlooking the water stretching from Nanshan to Futian.




Maarten Rischen is a multi-instrumentalist and composer/producer working in a myriad of styles and media. He has bounced around K from smelly punk rock stages to the grandeur of the modern dance theatre, and everything in between," according to his personal website, www.maartenrischen.nl. He currently runs a production studio in Futian, and curates the music while leading the house band at The Brew Futian. Always keeping a number of musical irons in the fire, Maarten' s most recent original project, Vivid, features “ the mighty Sovi Wong” , while he plays and loops beats, piano, bass and guitar. Vivid gave regular performances at Bar Ink in OCT Loft this spring and released an EP on NetEase called " Leave the lights onH in May.

Q&A

Anything interesting about the performing arts scene in Shenzhen?
M: The performing arts scene in Shenzhen is so new and eclectic, as opposed to the " established " scenes in older cities. Even though there are many advantages to having a longer tradition of the arts, in many cities this eventually results in a form of staleness. In city X the "veterans" of the art community have developed style Y as the style of that city, and that is not only their pride but pretty much the boundaries you should color in as a new artist. Or, like in Amsterdam, there is a " been there, seen that" attitude to performing arts, even though what you are doing is truly new. In Shenzhen, there are no veterans, no decades-old established groups as such, but instead the very definition of a cultural melting pot, from Chinese and international artists, resulting in not only the most interesting mash-ups of art but also a very receptive, open community and audience.
Anything interesting about the performing arts scene in Shenzhen?
M: The performing arts scene in Shenzhen is so new and eclectic, as opposed to the " established " scenes in older cities. Even though there are many advantages to having a longer tradition of the arts, in many cities this eventually results in a form of staleness. In city X the "veterans" of the art community have developed style Y as the style of that city, and that is not only their pride but pretty much the boundaries you should color in as a new artist. Or, like in Amsterdam, there is a " been there, seen that" attitude to performing arts, even though what you are doing is truly new. In Shenzhen, there are no veterans, no decades-old established groups as such, but instead the very definition of a cultural melting pot, from Chinese and international artists, resulting in not only the most interesting mash-ups of art but also a very receptive, open community and audience.
Anything interesting about the performing arts scene in Shenzhen?
M: The performing arts scene in Shenzhen is so new and eclectic, as opposed to the " established " scenes in older cities. Even though there are many advantages to having a longer tradition of the arts, in many cities this eventually results in a form of staleness. In city X the "veterans" of the art community have developed style Y as the style of that city, and that is not only their pride but pretty much the boundaries you should color in as a new artist. Or, like in Amsterdam, there is a " been there, seen that" attitude to performing arts, even though what you are doing is truly new. In Shenzhen, there are no veterans, no decades-old established groups as such, but instead the very definition of a cultural melting pot, from Chinese and international artists, resulting in not only the most interesting mash-ups of art but also a very receptive, open community and audience.
Anything interesting about the performing arts scene in Shenzhen?
M: The performing arts scene in Shenzhen is so new and eclectic, as opposed to the " established " scenes in older cities. Even though there are many advantages to having a longer tradition of the arts, in many cities this eventually results in a form of staleness. In city X the "veterans" of the art community have developed style Y as the style of that city, and that is not only their pride but pretty much the boundaries you should color in as a new artist. Or, like in Amsterdam, there is a " been there, seen that" attitude to performing arts, even though what you are doing is truly new. In Shenzhen, there are no veterans, no decades-old established groups as such, but instead the very definition of a cultural melting pot, from Chinese and international artists, resulting in not only the most interesting mash-ups of art but also a very receptive, open community and audience.
Anything interesting about the performing arts scene in Shenzhen?
M: The performing arts scene in Shenzhen is so new and eclectic, as opposed to the " established " scenes in older cities. Even though there are many advantages to having a longer tradition of the arts, in many cities this eventually results in a form of staleness. In city X the "veterans" of the art community have developed style Y as the style of that city, and that is not only their pride but pretty much the boundaries you should color in as a new artist. Or, like in Amsterdam, there is a " been there, seen that" attitude to performing arts, even though what you are doing is truly new. In Shenzhen, there are no veterans, no decades-old established groups as such, but instead the very definition of a cultural melting pot, from Chinese and international artists, resulting in not only the most interesting mash-ups of art but also a very receptive, open community and audience.

Maarten's Picks

Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
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Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
website
Price
Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
website
Price
Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
website
Price
Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
website
Price

Other recommendations

Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
website
Price
Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen
Located in the famed Missin ils Resot, Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen combines modern Chinese architecture with its ignature word-class service for a lavish experience that simply cannot be replicated.With its historic rots in music and a modern,chic fair,this is hospialy as it should be.The 258 rooms and sutes feature a creative mix of music-inspired décor and moden style. A range of high-end accommodations, incuding Deluxe Rooms, Studio Suites and the Rock Star Suite,provide the ultimate all-access pass to a luxury VIP experience, as well as stunning views of the surrounding resort landscape. The hotel boasts four dining destinations. Travelers car chose from the signature Hard Rock Cafe,roftop pool bar MC.Frida and GMT+8 Lobby Lounge or browse the all-day offerings at Sessions. Other facilitis include the Body Rock fitness center,Rock Shop and Hard Rock Roxiy Kids Club for buddinglitle rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen also features more than 1000 square meters of ent and etin faciltis.
address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail
website
Price