Derick & SoulNL

Classics in a new guise.

Derick and SoulNL is a collective of experienced musicians playing Dutch classics

inspired by the American Soul and Funk tradition with influences from contemporary Hip-Hop and R&B.

With this crossover of musical genres, SoulNL has created a unique sound and has given the Netherlands a new sound.

As befits true Soul, singer and saxophonist Derick Stadwijk isn’t just about the music.

SoulNL represents a way of thinking, a way of life, and adding color to a black-and-white society.

Crazy latin crossover vibes, its the finest and danceable latin jazz !

Style: based on different Afro-Cuban styles like Mambo, Son, Cha-cha, Rumba, Guaracha and Changui.

Eight fabulous musicians: Horn section (Trumpet, Alto Saxophone and Barritone Saxophone), Bongo, Timbales, Congas, Bass, Piano. Female lead singer and collective background vocals. 

Beatriz is a vibrant Latin Jazz group rooted in the rhythms of Cuban heritage and the warmth of vintage soul. With a sound that blends traditional influences and modern flair, the band is known for its expressive energy, tropical flair, and emotional

LAURA BEATRIZ – THE VOICE BEHIND THE KEYS

Laura Beatriz is a Cuban pianist, composer, and bandleader who blends Afro-Cuban roots with modern jazz. Trained from age four and guided by her father, Peruchín, she now leads Beatriz from Rotterdam with a bold, soulful sound.

WHY BEATRIZ?

AUTHENTIC. BOLD. UNFORGETTABLE.

Authentic Cuban roots blended with global jazz energy. Led by internationally trained pianist & composer Laura Beatriz. Storytelling through rhythm, melody, and heart. Flexible and professional — available for local and international bookings.

Ready to bring Beatriz to your stage?

In the 60’s a lot of good music came from Cuba, big many Styles to dance and live life to. Joe Cuba, baseball player , percussionist was inspired by this music in many was. At that time a lot of music was played in big bands but he started to reach the same vibe in smaller settings, he also brought other instruments the setting like vibraphones. He also added some boogaloo to it and here we have a kind of sound we will call Latin Soul , very warm and funky.

Meanwhile

Meanwhile in the 80’s a very nice men from Italy started to hit the drums , Just random he touches his rhythmic soul to Latin Groove . Later he got also to Cuba to get by the music culture and study the sound of there. Later he started to play in Salsa band in the 90’s allover the world and became a true master of percussion who can also sing very well.

Rotterdam 2025

Some crazy inspired Codarts students came to study and already already a lot of latin flavours to NL. They also were heavenly inspired by the Joe Cuba Sound and brought the idea of doing tributes to the sound. Lets ask a teacher of mine said Gio, the main men on percussion. The energy was so great, Dizzy, the location was sold out 2 times with the show. On the agenda again at the 18th of January is the show of the Joe Cuba Legacy by Valter Paiola.