“Geert Jan Kroon is a composer to keep an eye on - a fresh mind with a great sense of motivic music. Having worked with him several times, I am always fascinated by his innovative ideas and professional work”
Captain Philipp Werlen (Conductor of the Swiss Army Brass Band)

“Sfeervol en uitdagend, wordt een aanwinst in het repertoire voor hoorn en fanfare!”
Fokke van Heel (1ste Hoornist NedPho)

“Each [work] is underpinned by a connection to original ideas and themes – ones that are not tossed away thoughtlessly as the works progress: The linear development of the music is bold and malleable, enabling the listener to understand the what, why and how he has developed the inspiration.”

“At a time when emerging composers are finding it increasingly difficult to get their voices heard in the brass band world, it’s good to talk to a Dutchman who is determined to gain recognition by linking hard work to a desire not to lose his musical identity.”
Iwan Fox in An emerging Dutch voice

“His thrilling and beautifull writing proved to be something of an audience favorite.”
Thomas Dunne in Brass Band World, Issue 255, june 2016

“Special compliment for the choice of test pieces. I particularly experienced the work Saint Lambert by Geert Jan Kroon as a good test piece.”
Bob Childs in Greidebrass Spannum & Euphonia Ternaard winnaars GSF