We’re proud to announce that our very own Edith Severs will be speaking at ESNS 2025 on Saturday, January 18th! She’ll join a panel of industry experts to discuss a crucial question for today’s music creators:

🎶 Is there still money to be made as a ‘hired gun’ (session musician)?

📅 Panel Details:
⏰ 14:30 – 15:30
📍 Oosterpoort, Bovenzaal 2
💬 Dutch spoken

Session musicians have long been the backbone of the music industry, from crafting iconic pop hits to bringing commercials and live shows to life. But with changing technology and industry priorities, is it still possible to earn a living as a professional session player? Who else will be speaking on this panel:

🎤 Marc Hofstede (Ambassadors of Entertainment)
🎤 Will Maas (Sena, Kunstenbond/Ntb, Rockacademie)
🎤 Astrid Akse (Singer-songwriter)
🎤 Moderator: Alexander Beets (Fontys Rockacademie)

Be there to support, connect, and learn! Your attendance is highly appreciated.