Merlijn Twaalfhoven has an open view on the world. That this can sometimes be a bit naive, becomes apparent when he conquers a place at the conservatory. He expects that studying together a lot to play but nothing could be further from the truth: it is mainly about performing and competing. Now that he stands before us as a trained violinist, he has his instrument with him. But he doesn’t play it. Not yet. Because first he wants to make something clear to us.
Merlin puts the violin for the time being on the pedestal that stands next to him while speaking. He wants us to think about what art can be more than just listening to or looking at something. He asks us what would happen if we awaken the artist in ourselves. A lot, is his expectation. Especially if everyone does. He tells why.
Listen to the episode with Merlin below.
Merlijn is one of our ‘Warriors’: inspiring North Hollanders who have converted their experiences into a positive contribution to society. With this series we give them a platform. Merlin is the last of this season. But Noord-Holland has never been in competition. There are always new fellow provincials who stick out their necks and tackle a social issue. We will be making a new series with them later this year.
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In the Warriors program, inspiring people from North Holland tell their story. Each and every one of them tries to make the world a little more beautiful in their own way.
Fighters is broadcast on the NH Nieuws TV channel and via our website. The stories can also be listened to as a podcast. Subscribe to it via your favorite podcast channel. Here you will find an overview of all Warriors.