PHILIPSBURG:--- It is with great enthusiasm and pleasure that NIA announces the return visit of extremely talented, passionate and versatile artist/musician Mr. Ernesto Arrindell. Through a myriad of instruments, found objects, daily objects and materials Mr. Arrendell creates an artwork of sounds, which Ernesto calls “Sound Stories” Well known for his contagious passion and musical versatility, Mr. Arrendell is a renowned percussionist and highly sought after musician throughout Europe.
In 2015 Ernesto accompanied by his wife Christel Klein performed at various locations including National Institute of Arts, St. Dominic High School, the Boardwalk Jazz Festival and Charlotte Brookson Academy's Kwanzaa Holiday celebration. Whilst on St.Maarten Ernesto toured several schools where he conducted several workshops introducing the students to his unique and versatile musical style. In addition to his performance magic, Mr. Arrendell has proven to be a great source of inspiration and motivation for the youth as he chronicles his evolution as artist since his childhood growing up in Aruba.
Since his return to St.Maarten Mr. Arrendell
has been hard at work once again conducting some 15 workshops at the Catholic Schools, Milton Peters College and Sundial.
On Friday January 29 and Saturday January 30
NIA Productions, BLACK BOX Series is proud to present Mr. Ernesto in concert where will premiere his new masterpiece “Magical Sound Stories” created during his stay here. We invite you to travel around the world in sounds and texture. Experience the mystery and be transported.
Tickets for “Magical Sound Stories” are on sale at the National Institute of Arts located at the John Larmonie Center. tickets are $ 20 in advance or $25 at the door. Showtime 8pm sharp. Doors will close once the performance starts. Audience members will only be allowed to enter, when there is a break in his performance. We request that you please be on time.
Ernesto Arrendell in Concert. "Magical Sound Stories". Please save the date. You don't want to miss this Mystical Magical Sound Journey
For more information and bookings please call NIA 1-721-543-0600 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
As the old St. Maarten saying goes, shortly NIA and Ernesto will "come for a stick of fire"!
