About Marianne & Maureen

Our Musical Journey

Meet Marianne Hansen (2003) and Maureen van IJzerloo (2003), a promising piano duo that has been performing together since they were twelve years old and is now captivating an ever-growing audience. Their shared passion for music and infectious enthusiasm form the foundation of their unique musical collaboration, which has led them to prestigious stages.

The duo began their first lessons in quatre-mains with Stéphane De May and are currently studying at the Codarts Conservatory in Rotterdam under the guidance of Nino Gvetadze. Additionally, they take ensemble lessons with Shuann Chai and regularly participate in masterclasses with Wibi Soerjadi, who describes their playing as follows:

"The young pianists Marianne and Maureen form an excellent piano duo with extraordinary qualities in ensemble playing and musical expression. They highlight the musical structure through layering of sound and intensely passionate playing. Their authentic and sincere approach to performance makes the music resonate with emotion and inner strength."

Marianne and Maureen have already performed at renowned venues, such as the Jurriaanse Hall of De Doelen in Rotterdam and the Festival d’Anniviers in Switzerland. Their playing is characterized by a subtle and refined touch, combined with power, expressiveness, and a special attention to detail.

With their continued dedication and love for music, Marianne and Maureen not only push their own artistic boundaries but also manage to consistently move and surprise their audience with their interpretation of classical masterpieces.

photo: Natalia Jansen