Dani Zwiers (19) is een polderpoëet, gevangen tussen gras en beton. Ergens precies daar, op de kruising tussen de Zuidas en de Veluwe vinden we hem.

Juan Arabel presents Changuito Riojano: A journey through the music of La Rioja. Argentine folklore songs that fell into oblivion are rescued and presented in a guitar and voice format. The concert proposes a sound journey: the story of the musician who knows his land through songs and reading.

The duet of Kostis Katsibras (guitar, vocals) and Stelios Ladopoulos (bouzouki, vocals) brings to life the sounds of Greek urban folk and rebetiko music, performing songs from the 1930s to 1960s by composers such as Vasilis Tsitsanis, Manolis Chiotis, Kostas Skarvelis and more

Music that moves between island songs, lively dance rhythms, and melodies born from centuries of cultural crossings around the Aegean and the Mediterranean. Honoring the tradition and personal expression, sharing these songs as something living in the present. 

SHADE is a project of original compositions which draw inspiration from a wide-ranging array of musical genres. Jazz, folk and rock all fuse together in the band's original repertoire.

Sometimes, it is only when we close our eyes that we truly begin to see. It allows us to perceive layers of sound and emotion more deeply.

Step into the dreamy, magical world of singer-songwriters Sophia Speed, Max Van Westerop, and mixed media artist 11i (Elfi)! Sophia writes feminist folk songs, exploring themes ranging from scabies, heartbreak, healing, and Foucault's panopticon.

Sea In Common is the new project by pianist and composer Yiorgos Bereris. It is inspired by the sounds that stayed with him while travelling through the Mediterranean and the Balkans, by conversations with people who move through life in a constant search, quietly carrying hope within.

Familiar Stranger is a collaborative trio formed in The Hague in 2024, consisting of Jakub Gatěk (trumpet), Marcello Saracino (drums), Ali Yarici (Guitar). The band's music conveys a strange yet familiar atmosphere that is most like itself while still rooted in tradition.

The Aseo Trio is a contemporary jazz ensemble, led by the Austrian-Japanese pianist Aseo, who has passionately explored the field of original composing, forging a unique musical identity that seamlessly blends jazz with world music influences.

YIP (They/Them) is an indie-folk musician and performance maker based in Utrecht, The Netherlands. Blending folky guitar sounds with dreamy vocals and occasional rock and pop influences, the singer doesn’t like to stick to one genre and let’s the music guide the outcome.

"In the fleeting moment, and as we let go, there we meet..with ourselves and the breeze.." An evening devoted to instant expression, connection and the surprises every moment brings! We 'd be glad to share our musical journey with you!!

Greek polyphonic songs, lyrical instrumental and vocal pieces on the qanun and the oud, and a colorful mix of traditional melodies from Asia Minor, the Greek islands, and the mainland.

Doppler is a duo formed by Markus C. Schneider on electric guitar and Lida Brouskari on piano and synths. Their music brings together electroacoustic and acoustic elements, with an experimental and minimalistic approach.

Babis Tyropoulos is visiting Utrecht and is giving a workshop at Touchstone! Later that evening, he's joined on stage by two friends for a special concert. Check within for details!

Babis Tyropoulos is visiting the Netherlands and he's giving a workshop at Touchstone, combined with a concert with friends, later that evening. Check within for details!

Join us on 20/12 for a proper Rebetiko evening at Touchstone Utrecht. We have prepared two sets with favourite tunes from the legendary Rebetiko composers of 1930-1960s.

Francisca and Ard will finally share with you the songs that they’ve been hiding from the public, plus some new material! Join them for this cozy night in the wharf cellar, their voices and guitars have some poetic warmth for you in store.