Clare is a freelance writer and editor in The Netherlands and is curious about the many and varied musical links, between her newly adopted country and her homeland, the UK. She finds something new every day! Clare is a passionate musician, having learnt the violin and piano from an early age. After spending many years as a specialist English and Music teacher in various schools in the UK, Clare remains an active musician while spending an increasing amount of her time nurturing the next generation of brass players, all from her Dutch kitchen in the sky.
Ola Mafaalani's staging is a feast for the eyes with creative and edgy lighting, a clever and expressive use of colour and a stunning visual display, but not everything comes off successfully.
