A four-headed dragon - that’s how you might picture the Dokwerk Saxophone Quartet: four strong voices, breathing as one. And yes, sometimes this dragon breathes fire. Hailing from Germany, Taiwan, Italy and Portugal, the four saxophonists met in Amsterdam, where - inspired by their new shared home, they gave their ensemble a Dutch name: Dokwerk.
BREAKING NEWS!
We are thrilled to announce that we have won both the Dutch Classical Talent Award 2026 and the Audience Prize 2026!
On Sunday, June 7, we had the honor of performing in the final at the beautiful Hertz Hall of TivoliVredenburg, presenting highlights from our program No Man Is an Island.
Receiving these awards is a tremendous honor, and we are deeply grateful to the jury, the audience, and everyone who has supported us throughout this journey.
The jury praised our performance, stating:
“Passionate and energetic—that is what characterizes the Dokwerk Saxophone Quartet! Their intriguing combination of personalities creates a dynamic diversity without compromising intonation, timing, or technique. The tasteful and thoughtfully constructed program remains captivating from beginning to end.”
We are incredibly proud of this recognition and excited for the next chapter. Thank you for being part of our journey! ✨
Listen to our No Man Is An Island performance
