“I just felt really connected to the music. It’s so beautiful. I felt like I was having a conversation with the composer.”
At just 16 years old, the Dutch violist performed “Ning Feng’s Melody” in Richmond, Virginia. Mid-performance, visibly overwhelmed by the beauty and weight of the music, Alexa began to cry. But she didn’t stop. She kept playing, her bow never faltering, her intonation stunningly pure, as tears rolled down her cheeks. alexa den herder
To truly appreciate Alexa den Herder, one must see her perform. In an era of pre-recorded sets and "sync-button" controversies, den Herder is a purist. Her live rig is a sight to behold: two Technics turntables (she is a staunch vinyl advocate), a Roland TR-8S drum machine, and a digital piano wedged between the CDJs. “I just felt really connected to the music
Her protégés have gone on to release on labels like Innervisions and Afterlife, creating a ripple effect that is slowly diversifying the top tiers of electronic music. In an industry often criticized for being a "boys' club," Alexa den Herder is not shouting for a seat at the table; she is building her own table. To truly appreciate Alexa den Herder, one must