Kerkpleinconcert

Het Symfonieorkest Haerlem (SOH) was founded in 1938 by conductor Wilhelm Rettich and chairman Bernard Drukker. Since that time, the orchestra has been led by various conductors. Since 2025, the orchestra has been led by Michiel van Vliet (1982). This passionate musician knows how to inspire orchestra members and the audience with clear communication and powerful interpretations. The SOH now has over 60 members. The orchestra is known for its good atmosphere and friendly interaction with one another. Rehearsals are weekly on Wednesday evenings at the Martin Luther Kingschool in Haarlem. Conductor Since June 2025, Michiel van Vliet (1982) has been the conductor of the SOH. Michiel is known as a conductor with a great passion for music, who has won awards multiple times for his beautiful interpretations. With a clear story and fine movements, he knows how to convey his love, respect, and knowledge of the score to the orchestra members and the audience. Through his musical and