My name is Jan Schroder and I’m a guitarist, songwriter, producer and media composer with French, German and Dutch roots. I have scored multiple gold and platinum singles with my band Causes and received a Buma award for ‘Teach me how to dance with you’ in 2017. I currently reside in Hilversum and have my own writing room and studio space at Studio Groenland. In the last two years I have also extensively written and produced music for movies, documentaries and series.
A Collection of Folk /Americana Instrumentals that transports listeners to the heart of the American landscape, where the spirit of the frontier lives on. This anthology features a rich tapestry of acoustic melodies that resonate with the simplicity and depth of the American experience. From the gentle strumming of a lone guitar under a starlit sky to the soulful harmonies of banjos and mandoline each track is a journey through the rolling hills, vast prairies, and winding rivers that have shaped the American ethos. Imbued with the legacy of folk tales, pioneer spirit, and the undying quest for freedom, this collection is a homage to the enduring beauty of Americana music. Perfect for reflection, relaxation, or simply drifting along on a wave of nostalgic bliss.