| schipperskoor.nl | Schipperskoor "Recht zo die Gaat" | The choir was founded in 1997 by Walter de Groot and Gerrit Fijneman in Raamsdonksveer, which was then a thriving shipbuilding village. The choir consists of approximately 25 singers, led by conductor Quirinius (Qu) Leijten, with assistance from Dré Frijters on accordion and Jan van Horssen on guitar. The choir organizes and performs at various locations and organizes planned events, such as leisure afternoons, mill days and senior exhibitions. | Local Events → Fairs 707 | shanty 77 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 event 45199 | Terneuzen → Westdorpe 57 |
| driemasters.nl | Shantykoor De Driemasters | The website includes an overview of the choir's activities, including a member list, repertoire, a schedule of performances, and photos and videos. The choir organizes and participates in various shanty festivals and events in the Utrecht region, such as the 6th Shanty Festival at RCN Het Grote Bos on August 10, 2024, and the Smartlappenfestival in Tiel on 09/10/23. 'De Driemasters' sing Dutch, English and German sea shanties and regularly perform in the Utrecht region, sometimes also abroad, accompanied by accordionists. | Traditional → Folk Music 299 | repertoire 2497 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 event 45199 | |
| shantynederland.nl | ShantyNederland | ShantyNederland was founded on April 13, 2011 and is currently included in the inventory list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Netherlands. The website provides information about membership, registrations for public performances, and a collective insurance policy for members. An archive is available with news, events, and calls for shanty choirs, including planned presentations and festivals in various Dutch and German cities. | Organizations → Umbrella Organizations 25 | shanty 77 conductor 1217 choir 3123 newsletter 6504 membership 10442 event 45199 | Bunschoten → Spakenburg 225 |
| compagniezangers.nl | Compagniezangers Medemblik | The choir sings shanties and seaman's songs in multiple languages, including Dutch, English, French, German, and Swedish. The choir practices and performs in Café Brakeboer in Medemblik, a popular spot for sailors and non-sailors. The website contains information about becoming a member, contact details for the secretariat and the choir's board. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | shanty 77 cafe 1622 repertoire 2497 choir 3123 | Medemblik → Midwoud 64 |
| skumkoppen.nl | De Skumkoppen | The Harlinger zeemanskoor De Skumkoppen consists of 55 members and is led by director Lesley Joosten, performing as a shanty choir. The choir was founded in 1994 in Harlingen and has grown into an association with members from various Friesland municipalities, including Harlingen, Franeker, Sneek, Bolsward, and Makkum. The choir members bring joy and spontaneity to their singing and are supported by accordionists and a violinist, with Sjoerd de Boer currently serving as director. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | shanty 77 director 716 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 | Southwest-Friesland → Makkum 229 |
| cordavocale.nl | Stichting Corda Vocale | The choir Corda Vocale seeks experienced and inexperienced singers who want to enjoy singing. Rehearsals take place on Saturday mornings from 10:30 to 12:45 in Gymnasium Novum in Voorburg. Visitors can use the website to find information, view the agenda, and potentially buy tickets for concerts. | | singer 860 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 concert 4409 atmosphere 5591 | Leidschendam-Voorburg → Voorburg 1234 |
| shantykooralmere.nl | Shantykoor Almere | The Shantykoor Almere is a choir with 70 members specializing in sea shanties and atmospheric music about seas and coasts. The choir offers performances for festivals, events, and care centers, with options for different sizes and with their own musicians. The website provides information about the agenda, performances, membership, sponsorship, and photos of previous performances, as well as links to the choir's Facebook and Instagram pages. | | choir 3123 agenda 4374 performance 7586 member 10154 music 13170 event 45199 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| deklotvaarders.nl | Shantykoor De Klotvaarders Deurne | The choir was founded in 2008 and has already performed on various stages. The website includes information about upcoming performances, including a concert in the Stadspark Warande in Helmond. Information is available about the choir's board of directors, including names and contact details, as well as a description of the technical and event responsibilities. | Choir → Vocal Ensemble 91 | repertoire 2497 choir 3123 board 3438 performance 7586 event 45199 | Deurne → Hanenberg 26 |
| haperendemens.nl | Haperende Mens | The organization emphasizes the fragility of life and prioritizes chance, the unexpected, and the uncontrolled, aiming to explore the subjective experience of everyday existence. Haperende Mens works in partnership with artists, cultural organizations, and other partners on various projects. Currently, Haperende Mens has no events scheduled, but expects to offer events soon. | Galleries & Exhibitions → Exhibitions 1083 | cultural organization 16 partner 4272 concert 4409 exhibition 5332 artist 5745 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| shantykoor-vooranker.nl | Shantykoor Voor Anker | The choir sings traditional sea shanties and Dutch-language songs about the sea, sailing, and seafarers. The choir regularly performs at events such as nursing homes, weddings, corporate parties and festivals, including Sail Amsterdam, Spakenburg and Enkhuizen. The choir was founded on November 18, 1997 and is located in Veenendaal. The members are dressed in a ‘seaman-like’ style. | Traditional → Folk Music 299 | shanty 77 sponsors 2642 choir 3123 performance 7586 event 45199 | Friesland → IJsselmeer 593 |
| shantykoor-gouda.nl | Shantykoor West Zuidwest | The website contains agendas for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025. Job openings are listed for singers and musicians (such as accordionists, guitarists, and flute players). The website includes a link to a ‘Shanty-Pedia’, a reference work with information about shanties and a short video presentation of the choir. | | shanty 77 choir 3123 agenda 4374 video 6714 member 10154 | South-Holland → Gouda 3521 |
| aanlagerwal.nl | Shantykoor "Aan Lager Wal" | The website contains news regarding recent and upcoming performances, including a jubilee performance on October 4, 2025. There is a section dedicated to the history of the choir, starting with its founding in 2000. The website offers an overview of the choir's repertoire and recently released CDs. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | crew member 15 repertoire 2497 history 7286 performance 7586 | Tytsjerksteradiel → Hurdegaryp 114 |
| de-ijsselmannen.nl | Shantykoor De IJsselmannen | The website provides information about the history of the choir, which was founded in 2002 and is one of the largest shanty choirs in the Netherlands. Visitors can view the schedule of upcoming events, including shanty festivals, performances at businesses and care facilities, and gala evenings. The website features photos of past performances and a guestbook where visitors can share their reactions and experiences. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | cd 574 repertoire 2497 photo 7778 member 10154 event 45199 | Krimpenerwaard → Ouderkerk aan den IJssel 145 |
| veersescheepstuig.nl | t Veerse Scheepstuig | The shanty choir was founded in 1999 in Veere by two men and expands its repertoire to include other seaman's songs. The choir celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2024 with various events, including concerts and a jubilee weekend. The website includes information about the choir members, concert dates, a photo gallery, a newsletter, and a members portal, as well as a wish for a pleasant holiday. | Music & Performance → Music Events 758 | shanty 77 jubilee 244 conductor 1217 choir 3123 concert 4409 member 10154 | Zeeland → Veere 1424 |
| detrossenlostwello.nl | De Trossen Los | The choir was founded in 2005 as a reaction to the threat of the shanties being forgotten, originally intended for sailors. The website offers information about the origin of shanties, their origin and the different types of songs associated with them, including work songs and ballads. The choir describes its current membership, repertoire and the languages in which it sings. | Cultural Experiences → Cultural Activities 279 | shanty 77 repertoire 2497 choir 3123 | Voorst → Twello 469 |
| scheepsjoagers.nl | Shantykoor De Scheepsjoagers | Shantykoor De Scheepsjoagers, based in Muntendam, is a well-known shantykoren that is recognized in Germany and was founded in 1991, consisting of approximately 60 members. The choir has a broad repertoire including Dutch, German and English shanties and seamen’s songs, and also offers specific programs for nursing and care homes. The choir performs regularly both nationally and internationally, under the direction of Nico Dijkman, and their motto is D.K.T.T.P. (Discipline, Quality, Pride, Transparency and Pleasure). | Choir → Vocal Ensemble 91 | shanty 77 conductor 1217 repertoire 2497 choir 3123 | Midden-Groningen → Muntendam 86 |
| skulpers.nl | De Skulpers | The choir was founded in 1995 in Bakkum, named after the former shell fishers who collected shells for lime production. De Skulpers consists of a conductor, accordionists, and singers, and performs approximately 15 times a year in North Holland and organizes festivals and Friends of Nights. The website provides an overview of performances, events, photos, videos, and news, including information about recent festivals such as Van Dorp tot Kust and Phase Fier. | Choir → Amateur Choir 160 | shanty 77 singer 860 conductor 1217 choir 3123 festival 3804 event 45199 | Castricum → Bakkum 89 |
| maashave.nl | Shantygroep de Maashave | The shanty group has participated in various performances, including in Bönnigheim, Brunssum, Delfzijl, Arcen, and Maasbracht. The website contains photos of previous performances and mentions of events where the group has participated, such as the Shantyfestival 2010 and Sleepbootdagen Maastricht 2010. The website provides information about booking possibilities, members, committees, a member list, and a selection of shanty songs. | Choir → Dutch Choirs 66 | shanty 77 song 1285 performance 7586 member 10154 book 11396 | Maasgouw → Maasbracht 248 |
| havenloosuden.nl | Zeemanskoor HaveNloos | The choir, established in 2017, performs shanties and sea shanties regularly. The choir offers a melancholic perspective on the lives of sailors and organizes virtual journeys around the world through their performances. The website describes the schedule of public performances and provides information about rehearsals and contact options. | Education & Training → Singing 878 | shanty 77 journey 701 director 716 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 performance 7586 | Maashorst → Uden 1540 |
| sskstuurloos.nl | Schiedams Shantykoor Stuurloos | The choir sings shanty songs and seasongs in various languages under the accompaniment of a ship’s orchestra with diverse musicians. The choir aims to excite the audience with their energetic and joyful performances. The choir is organizing a choir festival to celebrate Schiedam’s 750th anniversary, with participation of ten singing choirs. | Music & Performance → Music Events 758 | shanty 77 musician 1207 choir 3123 event 45199 | South-Holland → Schiedam 2249 |
| ermeluiden.nl | Shanty- en Gezelligheidskoor "Ermeluiden" | The choir, founded in 2003, consists of approximately 40 enthusiastic members including five musicians and a conductor. The choir performs approximately 20 times per year, including during King’s Day, shanty festivals and in care homes. Rehearsals take place on Tuesday evenings at Stationsstraat 76 (Semper Paratus), with a drop-in time from 19:30 and a rehearsal from 20:00 to 22:00, followed by a pleasant gathering. | Live Entertainment → Music Performances 265 | shanty 77 musician 1207 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 | |
| dekrommeknillessjongers.nl | The Kromme Knilles Sjongers | The choir consists of 29 members, including 5 musicians and a conductor, and was founded in 1997 from the local watersport association. The musical group consists of three women and two men who play accordions and a banjo. The website provides information about the choir’s agenda, booking options, and contact details. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | shanty 77 choir 3123 agenda 4374 performance 7586 book 11396 music 13170 | Heerenveen → Akkrum 246 |
| muiterij-kantje-boord.nl | Muiterij Kantje Boord | The choir, originating from the Land of Heusden and Altena and De Langstraat, sings shanties in various European languages and has a long history at (shanty) festivals. Muiterij Kantje Boord has won multiple awards at festivals in the Netherlands and abroad, such as Scotland, Germany, Ireland, Romania, Denmark, and Switzerland. The website provides information about upcoming performances, the possibility to order CDs, and to contact them for bookings. | Choir → Dutch Choirs 66 | shanty 77 cd 574 choir 3123 festival 3804 performance 7586 | Goeree-Overflakkee → Achthuizen 44 |
| ankeveenshavenloosmannenkoor.nl | Het Ankeveens Havenloos Mannenkoor | The choir was founded in 2002 as a joke and has since become an established group of enthusiastic men who sing sea shanties and laments under the direction of conductor Hans. The choir organizes the event 'Ankeveen aan Zee' every few years, a festival of conviviality, music, and coming together with performances in various villages. The website contains information about rehearsal evenings, history, becoming a member, and the agenda with upcoming performances. | | shanty 77 conductor 1217 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 performance 7586 event 45199 | Wijdemeren → 's-Graveland 196 |
| grensvaarders.nl | Shantykoor De Grensvaarders | The choir rehearses every Tuesday evening in a rehearsal room and begins their sessions with a shanty, after which they depart with a farewell song. The choir's repertoire consists of shanties in various languages, including Dutch, German, Irish/English, French, and Achterhoeks dialect, and the music committee selects new songs based on choir member wishes. The arranger transcribes the chosen songs into musical notation, after which the captain/conductor explains the parts to the singers using a text screen during the performance. | Music & Performance → Music Events 758 | rehearsal room 25 captain 81 song 1285 arrangement 3104 | Middelburg → Arnemuiden 191 |
| raaitvinken.nl | Shantykoor De Raaitvinken | The choir was founded in 2000 in Harkstede and consists of approximately 30 men who rehearse weekly to sing sea shanties and shanties. The musical accompaniment includes three accordions, a bassist and a drummer, and the choir has a wide repertoire in various languages. Shantykoor De Raaitvinken is a member of Shanty Nederland and has already given several successful performances, often at festivals and events. | Traditional → Folk Music 299 | shanty 77 repertoire 2497 sponsors 2642 choir 3123 performance 7586 | Midden-Groningen → Harkstede 89 |
| ankervelders.nl | Shantykoor De Ankervelders | The choir, founded in 2003, celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024 with a shanty festival. The website contains information about the members, the board, the statutes, the internal regulations and the privacy policy. There are photos and videos of past performances available, as well as an event calendar. | Church & Religious → Church Music 256 | sponsors 2642 performance 7586 member 10154 event 45199 | Leusden → Achterveld 177 |
| koren-agenda.nl | ShantyNederland | The agenda contains a list of events, including shanty festivals, cafes, and other maritime activities. The website provides information about events in various locations, such as Arnhem, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Enkhuizen and Bremen. Furthermore, the website includes information about youth programs, an archive of musical repertoire, and an overview of educational workshops and courses. | Traditional → Folk Music 299 | shanty 77 repertoire 2497 agenda 4374 member 10154 event 45199 | Eemsdelta → Appingedam 427 |
| deboreftsezangers.nl | Boreftse Zangers | The choir consists of 55 members, 6 musicians and is led by a professional conductor. The Boreftse Zangers sing Shanties, Dutch songs and sing-alongs and perform in care homes, at events such as the Gouda Cheese Market and at shanty festivals. The website provides an overview of the schedule with planned performances and a photo gallery of previous events. | Choir → Dutch Choirs 66 | shanty 77 repertoire 2497 schedule 2624 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 | Pijnacker-Nootdorp → Pijnacker 788 |
| devlaerdingsemaatjes.nl | De Vlaerdingse Maatjes | The choir organizes rehearsal evenings where visitors can experience the atmosphere of the shanties and potential members can get acquainted. Registration can be done by contacting the secretary, Cock Eijkenbroek. Since 2004, the Tolhuis in Vlaardingen has been the choir’s home base, the club building of VTV Zuidbuurt located at Zuidbuurtseweg 6 in Vlaardingen. They rehearse every Tuesday evening from 19:30 to approximately 21:30. The choir has already released two CDs, ‘For the Mast’ and ‘Fishing for Our Bread’, which are popular and often sold out. | Choir → Dutch Choirs 66 | shanty 77 cd 574 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 association 8562 | South-Holland → Vlaardingen 1853 |
| parlevinkers.nl | Shantykoor De Vechtse Parlevinkers | The Shantykoor De Vechtse Parlevinkers is a choir specializing in sea shanties, traditionally sung during work on board ships. Shanties originated from the need for rhythm and collective effort during heavy work, such as anchoring or hoisting sails, and are traditionally accompanied by a shanty man. The choir organizes an agenda and offers photos and videos, and can be contacted through Facebook, and welcomes people of all ages regardless of their age. | Traditional → Folk Music 299 | shanty 77 sail 965 choir 3123 | |
| shantyenamusementskoor.nl | Shanty and Amusements Choir 't Kompas | The choir organizes public performances in the provinces of Groningen and Drenthe, sometimes also in Germany. The choir rehearses every Monday evening in the Protestant Church in Emmer-Compascuum. The choir sells scarves to promote and cover costs, which visitors can purchase to support the choir. | Context 161394 | scarf 387 rehearsal 1639 schedule 2624 choir 3123 performance 7586 news 15293 | Emmen → Emmer-Compascuum 144 |
| shantykoornooittewater.nl | Shantykoor Nooit te Water | The shanty choir was founded in April 2003 in Hooge-Mierde and consists of members from throughout the Dutch Kempen region, indicating a strong interest in shanties in this area. The choir is affiliated with ShantyNederland and performs a wide repertoire of shanties in various languages (Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish and Italian). Shantykoor Nooit te Water performs for various organizations and institutions, and the audience often enthusiastically responds to the quality of the performance and the atmosphere. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | shanty 77 repertoire 2497 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 | Reusel-De Mierden → High Mierde 63 |
| schoonhovenszeemanskoor.nl | Schoonhovens Zeemanskoor | The choir is a group of 30 men who sing shanties, seasongs, and original arrangements. The choir has a repertoire of over 100 songs in various languages and has developed a higher level over the years. The choir rehearses weekly, performs in various municipalities, and organizes shanty festivals, performances for companies and celebrations. | | shanty 77 cd 574 rehearsal 1639 sponsorship 2686 choir 3123 performance 7586 | |
| shantyagenda.nl | ShantyNederland | ShantyNederland is the coordinating organization for choirs/groups with a significant repertoire of shanties, seasongs, and maritime folk. The organization was founded on April 13, 2011, and is an ANBI (Dutch public benefit organization). The website publishes an agenda of shanty events in various regions, including festivals, shanty cafes and other gatherings, such as the Jutterhavendagen in Den Helder and the Zomerseavonden in Arnhem. The website also includes recent news updates, including requests for shanty choirs, conductors, and information about recent events and presentations. | Travel & Exploration → Maritime History 103 | shanty 77 conductor 1217 choir 3123 festival 3804 agenda 4374 event 45199 | Eemsdelta → Appingedam 427 |
| stookerskoor-denhelder.nl | Stookerskoor Den Helder | The website contains an agenda with planned events such as Feestje Rene, Slotavond, Keesschuur, Meseumnacht, Serena, monument days and BBQ's. There is a photo album with images of past events and activities. The website provides an overview of the choir’s history, with reflections on events from 2014 to 2025. | Church & Religious → Church Music 256 | choir 3123 history 7286 member 10154 event 45199 | |
| wijksshantykoor.nl | Wijksshantykoor ‘Tussen Rijn & Lek’ | The Wijk Shantykoor was founded in 1999 by Jan van Schaik and Alex van Gelderen, originating from the Rijn en Lek Watersportvereniging, in response to the Wijkse Havendagen celebrations marking Wijk’s 700th anniversary of city rights. The choir grew from 25 to 60 members and gained popularity through performances during the Wijkse Havendagen, leading to its establishment as an official association. Currently, the choir consists of 45 members, including musicians, and rehearses from September to June at the Wijkse Stekkie club house located in the Feuniksgebouw on Walplantsoen, performing shanty and seasong songs with various instruments. | Events → Places 1219 | shanty 77 musician 1207 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 member 10154 | Utrecht → Wijk bij Duurstede 857 |
| rockvocals.nl | Rock Vocals | Rock Vocals is a rock choir that has been active for 25 years and was founded in 2000. It is the oldest rock choir in the Netherlands. The choir offers performances and the opportunity to become a member and develop singing techniques. Members rehearse every Wednesday evening in Waddinxveen, and the website provides information about the rehearsal session and the choir director, Mireille Matthijssen, who works as a vocal coach. | | rehearsal room 25 director 716 singing 1056 choir 3123 performance 7586 member 10154 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| shantykoordemarconisten.nl | Shantykoor De Marconisten | The website provides an overview of the choir’s history, current crew and repertoire that is performed. Information is available about upcoming events and performances, with a specific mention of an event on Saturday evening, March 29th with the title 'Sailing Over the World Seas'. Visitors can book the choir for events, and there are opportunities for friends with special admission benefits. | Ensemble → Vocal Groups 225 | shanty 77 repertoire 2497 choir 3123 performance 7586 event 45199 | Kaag en Braassem → Leimuiden 202 |
| strawberrysailorsingers.nl | Strawberry Sailor Singers | The choir describes itself as a Shanty Choir based in Zundert that sings sea shanties in various languages. The website includes information about upcoming performances, including a performance in Zoutelande. The choir is actively seeking new singers and offers opportunities to contact them for membership or arranging performances. | | repertoire 2497 schedule 2624 performance 7586 member 10154 | Veere → Zoutelande 285 |
| skhgh.nl | Shantykoor Het Groene Hart | The shanty choir, founded in 2005, consists of approximately 40 members from Koudekerk aan den Rijn and the surrounding area. The choir holds rehearsals every Thursday evening at Basisschool MeerWaarde in Koudekerk aan den Rijn and performs 20-25 times per year. The website includes the schedule with planned rehearsals and concerts for 2025, including the location and date. | | shanty 77 conductor 1217 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 concert 4409 member 10154 | Alphen aan den Rijn → AWZI Alphen a/d Rijn 358 |
| voixlabeugen.nl | Voix Là | The choir, Voix Là, is organizing a winter concert on February 9, 2025, at ’t Posthuis in Beugen under the direction of the new conductor, Aimee Fraij. The concert will feature a diverse selection of songs in various styles and languages, including Baltic, Laplandic, South African, Scottish, and Dutch music. The website also informs about the appointment of Aimee Fraij as conductor, her taking over the role from Wilbert Friederichs, and the farewell of Wilbert Friederichs after 13 years as musical leader, with a program of his own compositions being performed. | | rehearsal room 25 conductor 1217 song 1285 ticket 2785 choir 3123 concert 4409 | Land van Cuijk → Beugen 102 |
| ieselsingers.nl | Shantykoor d’Ieselsingers | The choir is based in Deventer and consists of a small group of enthusiasts who sing sea shanties. Rehearsals take place in wzc Humanitas in Deventer, every other week. The choir performs at festivals, events, and in nursing homes. The choir is looking for new singers of all levels and voice ranges and offers solo parts, without the need to read notes. | Traditional → Folk Music 299 | shanty 77 singer 860 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 performance 7586 | Voorst → Twello 469 |
| dewesterhoek.nl | De Westerhoek | The café opened in January 2025 and features a large terrace with 70 seats and an indoor area with 60 seats. Located on Westerhaven in Medemblik, the café offers visitors the opportunity to explore the city, with attractions such as Castle Radboud and the steam train to Hoorn, or to enjoy watersports activities on the IJsselmeer. The menu offers a diverse range of dishes, including sandwiches, soups, salads, meat dishes, vegetarian options and cocktails. | | cafe 1622 terrace 4847 menu 13856 | North-Holland → Hoorn 3090 |
| shantykoordezoutezee.nl | Shantykoor de Zoute Zee | The choir originated within the Watersportvereniging Huizen AVOH and still practices in the club building on the Oude Haven of Huizen. De Zoute Zee consists of approximately 50 singers and a small group of musicians and sings both Dutch and international shanties and seasongs. The choir regularly performs at various events, including shanty festivals, Botter and Haven days, and care institutions. | Theater → Performances 649 | shanty 77 watersport 540 choir 3123 performance 7586 practice 9089 | North-Holland → Huizen 1416 |