Quebec Day of Percussion / Gala concert

Organized by the Percussive Arts Society of Quebec

Sixtrum Percussion Ensemble will perform the piece Iron Velvet (2017) by Dutch composer Arnold Marinissen, during the gala concert of Quebec Day of Percussion.

“Iron Velvet for percussion sextet was written in memory of Jan Pustjens, who passed away on 7 January 2011. The work was commissioned by the Jan Pustjens Foundation, which continues Jan Pustjens’ legacy by supporting talented percussionists. Jan Pustjens was one of the most influential percussionists in the Netherlands, active as a performer (Royal Concertgebouw), teacher (Amsterdam Conservatory), and entrepreneur (Pustjens Percussion).” – Arnold Marinissen.