Dutch musicians who were born in 1952

Here are 7 famous musicians from Netherlands were born in 1952:

Sylvia Kristel

Sylvia Kristel (September 28, 1952 Utrecht-October 18, 2012 Amsterdam) a.k.a. Kristel, Sylvia or Sylvia Maria Kristel was a Dutch singer, actor, model and memoirist. She had one child, Arthur Kristel.

Sylvia Kristel rose to international fame in the 1974 French erotic film "Emmanuelle," which became a cultural phenomenon and was one of the highest-grossing French films ever made. She would go on to star in several sequels to the film as well as many other international movies. Kristel was also a successful model and appeared on the cover of several magazines such as Playboy, Penthouse and Marie Claire. She released a memoir entitled "Nue" in 2006 detailing her life and career, and her battles with drug addiction and cancer. In her later years, Kristel focused on painting and photography, and her artwork was exhibited in galleries in Amsterdam and Paris. She passed away in 2012 at the age of 60 after a long battle with cancer.

Sylvia Kristel was born in Utrecht, Netherlands, and started her career as a model in her early teens. She began her acting career with small roles in Dutch films before being cast in the lead role of "Emmanuelle." Her performance in the film garnered critical acclaim and propelled her to stardom. However, Kristel struggled with substance abuse and was admitted to rehab several times throughout her career.

Kristel also had success as a singer, releasing several albums in the 1980s. She collaborated with famous musicians such as Francis Lai and Ennio Morricone. In addition to her film work, she was known for her work in European television, appearing in popular shows such as the Italian series "La vita come viene."

Besides her artistic career, Kristel was also a dedicated humanitarian. She served as an ambassador for the World Wildlife Fund and was actively involved in environmental causes. Her legacy as a pioneering actress and cultural icon continues to inspire filmmakers and artists around the world.

Despite her success and worldwide acclaim, Sylvia Kristel faced many personal struggles throughout her life. She was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2001 and underwent numerous surgeries and treatments. Kristel also battled drug addiction for many years, which she attributed to her anxiety and the pressures of fame. She wrote about her struggles in her memoir, "Nue," which was praised for its honesty and vulnerability.

In her later years, Kristel found solace in her artistic pursuits. She began painting and experimenting with photography, using her experiences and emotions as inspiration for her work. She held several exhibitions of her art in Amsterdam and Paris, and her pieces were well received by both critics and fans.

Despite her passing, Sylvia Kristel's contributions to film and culture continue to be celebrated. The original "Emmanuelle" film remains a beloved classic, and her legacy as a groundbreaking actress and icon of sensuality and empowerment lives on.

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Monique van de Ven

Monique van de Ven (July 28, 1952 Zeeland, North Brabant-) a.k.a. Monica Maria Theresia van de Ven, Monique Van De Ven or Monica Maria Theresia "Monique" van de Ven is a Dutch actor, film director and television director. She has two children, Sammy de Vries and Nino Paolo de Vries.

Her discography includes: Het stoute kinderen huis: Versjes en verhaaltjes van Annie M.G. Schmidt.

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Dick Annegarn

Dick Annegarn (May 6, 1952 The Hague-) a.k.a. Annegarn, Dick is a Dutch singer.

His discography includes: Adieu Verdure, Approche-toi, Best of Bruxelles, Chansons fleuves, Cirque d'hiver, Le Meilleur de Dick Annegarn, Plouc, Sacré Géranium - Je Te Vois, Un' Ombre and Dick Annegarn.

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Peter-Jan Wagemans

Peter-Jan Wagemans (September 7, 1952 The Hague-) is a Dutch , .

composer and musicologist. He studied composition with Kees van Baaren at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague, and later with Brian Ferneyhough and Klaus Huber. Wagemans has been awarded numerous prizes for his compositions, including the Matthijs Vermeulen Prize for his large-scale orchestral work "Beneath the Surface." In addition to his career as a composer, he is also a respected musicologist and has written extensively on the music of Igor Stravinsky and other composers. Wagemans has taught at conservatories and universities in the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland.

He is known for his eclectic style, which draws on a variety of musical traditions and often incorporates elements of theater and performance art. Some of his most notable works include the operas "The Harmonists" and "Legende," as well as the orchestral works "Augustus" and "Carillon." Wagemans is also a member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences and has served on the juries of several international music competitions. In addition to his work as a composer and scholar, he has been active in promoting contemporary music in the Netherlands and beyond, and has served on the boards of several prominent music organizations.

Wagemans has been commissioned by numerous orchestras and ensembles, including the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, the Amsterdam Sinfonietta, and the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet. His music has been performed at major festivals and venues throughout Europe and North America, including the Holland Festival, the Berliner Festwochen, and the Tanglewood Music Festival.

In addition to his Matthijs Vermeulen Prize, Wagemans has received other prestigious awards such as the Kees van Baaren Prize and the Johan Wagenaar Prize. He has also been a composer-in-residence at the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, the Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, and the Dresdner Philharmonie.

Wagemans is known for his collaborative approach to composing, often working closely with conductors, soloists, and ensembles to create new works. He has collaborated with a wide range of artists in other fields, including writers, visual artists, and choreographers.

Outside of music, Wagemans is an avid traveler and has visited over 100 countries. He is also a collector of art, with a particular interest in Surrealism and Dadaism.

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Ton Scherpenzeel

Ton Scherpenzeel (August 6, 1952 Hilversum-) a.k.a. Scherpenzeel, Ton is a Dutch keyboard player, record producer and composer.

Genres he performed: Pop music and Progressive rock.

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Yvonne Keeley

Yvonne Keeley (September 6, 1952 Rotterdam-) also known as Yvonne Paay or Yvonne Keely is a Dutch singer and radio personality.

Her related genres: Pop music.

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Star Inc.

Star Inc. (December 17, 1952-) also known as Starink, E.Starink, Ed Starink or SYNTHETISEUR is a Dutch artist, record producer, composer, musician and music artist.

His albums: Synthesizer Greatest, Volume 3, Panflute Christmas (20 Christmas Melodies) (disc 2), Twilight: The Magic of Vangelis, The Most Spectacular Synthesizer Hits of Vangelis, Jean Michel Jarre & Jan Hammer, Synthesizer Spectacular, Volume 2, Synthesizer Spectacular, Volume 3, Inner Spirits, 16 Famous Synthesizer Hits, James Bond Film Themes: A Digital Synsation by Star Inc. and Synthesizer Greatest. Genres: Instrumental and Electronic music.

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