From intimate folk songs to raw blues and country, Americana music lives in stories and sound. In this musical lecture, Woody Veneman takes you through that world, guided by his guitars.
Blending lecture and concert, Eindhoven-based singer-songwriter Woody Veneman explores the roots of Americana music. It’s a genre that’s hard to define, yet instantly recognizable: a rich mix of styles shaped by musical traditions from Africa and Europe, brought together in the United States.
At the heart of this story is the guitar. Across country, folk, blues and bluegrass, the guitar developed into both a rhythmic backbone and a storytelling instrument in its own right. This lecture is a homage to the players who shaped that sound and the techniques they introduced.
Through live music, Woody brings these influences to life. He demonstrates how different playing styles, instruments and approaches contribute to the sound of Americana, and reflects on his own inspirations and guitar heroes.
This lecture is not just for guitar enthusiasts, but for anyone curious about how music develops, travels and transforms over time, or simply looking to enjoy some great live music during their lunch break.
BRIDGE Guitar Festival
This program is part of the BRIDGE Guitar Festival and is organised in collaboration with Muziekgebouw Eindhoven. As the largest and most diverse guitar festival in the Benelux, BRIDGE connects genres, cultures, and communities, placing the guitar— one of the world's most played instrument—center stage.
From May 27 to 31, 2026, Eindhoven once again transforms into a true hotspot for guitar lovers.
Album release
Woody recently recorded his new album The Nine Wives with drummer Lola Heijdt and bassist/vocalist Joni Houtman. The album will be presented live on 30 May at Café Wilhelmina as part of BRIDGE.
Ticket reservation recommended
To be assured of a seat, we recommend reserving a ticket (black "order" button).
SG & USE/ITEC registration
Please register for SG & USE/ITEC by scanning your student ID at the venue prior to the start of the program.
More information about SG & USE/ITEC can be found here.