Hans Vroomans studied classical piano at the Koninklijk Conservatorium Den Haag before becoming one of the first graduates of the jazz and contemporary music program at the conservatory in Rotterdam. During his studies, among others with Rob van Kreeveld, he gained his first orchestral experience with the bands of Rob Madna and John Clayton, as well as with the European jazz orchestra EuroJazz.
Hans continued his studies in New York City, where he lived for five years and attended New York University. There he studied jazz piano with Jim McNeely and Don Friedman, and arranging with Bob Mintzer. After returning to the Netherlands, Hans became principal pianist of the Metropole Orkest. Under his own name he has released several albums, ranging from jazz trio recordings to projects in which his love for Brazilian music clearly resonates. As a freelance pianist, keyboardist and arranger, Hans has long been a highly sought-after musician, both on stage and in the studio.
Hans’ musical inspirations include pianists such as Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea, as well as Brazilian masters such as Milton Nascimento, Hermeto Pascoal and Guinga. Outside music, Hans feels deeply drawn to Japanese culture and to antique photography, through which he enjoys being transported to the atmosphere and imagery of times gone by.
and contribute to educational projects and the preservation of Dutch heritage.
