Compilations and classic songs that put you in mind of the city, from Traveler’s city playlist.
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Compilations:
Concertgebouw Series: Dutch Composers and the Concertgebouw CD (2001)
Includes work by Holland’s leading classical composers, including Cornelis Dopper and Willem Pijper, as performed by Amsterdam’s leading Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra.
Jacques Brel (1996)
Although he was a French-speaking Belgian, one of singer-songwriter Jacques Brel’s best known songs is the classic “Amsterdam” (featured on this album of greatest hits), which tells the story of sailors on shore leave in the Port of Amsterdam.
Candy Store, Candy Dulfer (2007)
Latest jazz-funk CD from Dutch-born saxophonist who has toured with everyone from Beyoncé to Pink Floyd, and who represents Amsterdam’s love of jazz.
Café Amsterdam, Various Artists (2005)
Sentimental torch songs (lots of accordions) from Amsterdam’s brown cafés.
Dutch Dance Music, Various Artists (1996)
A look back at recent Dutch pop music, from hip-hop to techno.
Consort Songs, Amsterdam Loeki Stardust Quartet (1996)
A collection of haunting Renaissance songs performed by the world-class quartet.
Classic Songs:
1. “A Windmill in Old Amsterdam” by Freddie & the Dreamers
2. “Amsterdam” by Coldplay
3. “Amsterdam” by Guster
4. “Maid of Amsterdam” by Barry Taylor
5. “Amsterdam” by Van Halen
6. “Amsterdam” by David Bowie
7. “Amsterdam” by John Denver
8. “Radar Love” by Golden Earring
9. “American in Amsterdam” by Wheatus
10. “Amsterdammed” by Lois Lane
11. “The Port of Amsterdam” by The Nits
12. “Diamonds on the Dam” by Des de Moor
