Carlo Balemans

“Welcome to my website. My name is Carlo. I am a conductor and composer from the Netherlands. My main interest is electronic orchestral music; I consider my laptop to be an orchestral instrument. Half the year, I live in Medellín, Colombia. In the other half, I see where life takes me! I am always looking for new connections with creative artists from all over the world, and love being the connecting bridge between artists.”

ABOUT CARLO
Carlo Balemans is an award-winning conductor, composer, and entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience in different musical styles. He has been a professor at Codarts University Rotterdam for 18 years and has experience with both amateur and professional companies.

He lives as a nomad, currently residing in Medellín, Colombia.

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For scores, compositions, and courses, please visit our webshop.

TOUR PREPARATION

Planning a musical adventure in Central and South America? Partner with an experienced local expert!

PREPARING YOUR MUSICAL TOUR

If you're an artist, band, orchestra, choir, or ensemble looking to share your music with audiences in Central or South America, and you are looking for someone to pull the logistical strings so that you can fully concentrate on your artistic achievements, then you have come to the right place!

With a 40-year career as a conductor and composer, I know the music world inside out. I've been living a nomadic lifestyle since 2018, the last years of which I have spent in Central and South America. These personal experiences have given me a unique understanding of the local cultures and customs – an essential advantage when organizing tours in this region.

Moreover, as a tour leader in Patagonia (Argentina), I work with Dutch tourists, which makes me perfectly equipped to communicate with and coordinate Dutch groups in a South American context, giving me a unique insight into the complexity of international tours and the need for careful preparation.

HERE’S WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE:

Flexibility:
Thanks to my nomadic lifestyle, I'm immediately available and location-independent. Wherever and whenever you need me, I’ll be there.

Proven Expertise:
My years of experience in the music industry ensure professional and efficient tour preparation. I understand the unique requirements of musicians and can proactively address potential issues.

Deep Cultural Understanding:
My time living in Central and South America has provided me with invaluable insights into local customs and habits, which is essential for the smooth and successful execution of your tour.

Solid Business Foundation:
I operate an EU-registered, VAT-exempt business, streamlining administrative procedures.

GET IN TOUCH!

I excel at bringing clarity to often complex situations, even when faced with unforeseen challenges. In summary, I offer a unique blend of musical expertise, local knowledge, and exceptional organizational skills.

Let's collaborate to make your musical adventure in Central and South America a resounding success!

CONTACT

MIDIATORS

Building a bridge between DAW-orientated and orchestral musicians

Do you make your own music in your DAW? Have you always wanted to collaborate with an orchestra? Or are you an orchestra looking to connect with young people making music with their computers? If you wish to broaden your musical horizons, then MIDIATORS is the ideal project for you.

Whether you prefer reading sheet music or playing by ear, in the end, we all do the same thing: we make music. Carlo Balemans is your ideal MIDIATOR, guiding all sorts of musicians from all over the world in their musical communication. So, how does it work?

TEAMWORK
Together, you and your squad will create surprising compositions and performances, supervised in an online workspace. Carlo will focus on your wishes, and you will find a way to reach your common goal: blowing away the audience!

FINANCES
The cost of the MIDIATORS project will be determined after the negotiation of your needs, goals, and background. After coming to a custom-made arrangement, you will receive a personal contract and you are good to go!

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW?
Knowledge of music notation or MIDI is not necessary. If you are a respectful, positive musician with a sense of adventure and humor, this project is for you. Carlo can guide you in English and Dutch. If Spanish is your first language, but you speak A-level English, Carlo can also provide support in a combination of English and Spanish.

On the first of June 2024, the MIDI-ators pilot was held at the Het Musiater in Zevenaar.

All music was created by elementary school students and transformed into a performance under the direction of Carlo Balemans. "The Sound of MIDI-ators" is a co-production of Liemers Kunstwerk, Musidesk Rijnbrink, Fonds voor Cultuurparticipatie, and Carlo Balemans Music Roamer.