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Jacob de Haan is a prolific and highly influential Dutch composer, arranger, and educator, best known for his extensive contributions to the wind band repertoire.Born in 1959 in Heerenveen, Netherlands, Jacob de Haan studied organ, piano, and music theory at the Conservatory in Leeuwarden. His career has been dedicated to composing and arranging music primarily for wind bands and educational ensembles. He gained international recognition through his works published by major houses like De Haske Publications. De Haan has also been active as a conductor, clinician, and educator, significantly impacting music education globally. His compositions, known for their accessibility and expressiveness, are staples in wind band literature worldwide.

• Many of de Haan's pieces are specifically composed for educational purposes, helping young musicians develop technical and musical skills while playing engaging music.
• His compositions often incorporate diverse influences, ranging from traditional European harmonies to elements inspired by world music and film scores.
• De Haan has maintained a long-standing and highly successful collaboration with the music publisher De Haske Publications (now part of Hal Leonard), which has been instrumental in disseminating his works globally.
• He is known for his active involvement in music education, frequently conducting workshops, masterclasses, and festivals for wind bands internationally.