VRIES, Silvie Troelstra-De

Sylvie Sidonie Troelstra-de Vries (born about 1866 in Leeuwarden, Netherlands) was a Dutch composer and musician active in the early to mid‑20th century. She is known for her work in the genre of De Stem Des Volks (The Voice of the People), a style of Dutch folk‑inspired music popular in the Netherlands during the mid‑20th century. The De Stem Des Volks movement was a Dutch cultural and political initiative in the mid‑20th century that combined folk music with political messages, often promoting socialist or anti‑imperialist ideals. Sylvie’s work fits within this context, reflecting the era’s blend of music and social commentary.