Bergh, Bert -van Den-
A Lullaby For Suffering
'A Lullaby For Suffering' is the sequel to 'Songs Of Leonard Cohen' from the theater program of the same name, performed by Bert van den Bergh (vocals, acoustic guitar), Tessa Kersten (vocals), Ton Clout (electric guitar) and Hanz Martenz (piano, keyboard ). Bert was once allowed to perform a song solo during a service as the guitarist of a youth church orchestra. Leonard Cohen's 'Suzanne' became the first song he played in front of an audience. During his musical career, Bert has written much of his own work with Cohen as a guideline and source of inspiration. This work was played with various bands on (large) stages at home and abroad. Cohen's songs have always been a common thread in Bert's musical life, but after the master's death he put his favorite songs together and started playing them live. Sold out halls, applause and praise for the stubborn way in which Bert van den Bergh portrays Cohen without wanting to imitate him.