DJ Maestro

DJ Maestro, born Martijn Jeroen Barkhuis in Groningen in 1970, is a Dutch DJ, composer, and arranger known for his work spanning jazz and other genres. His career includes production of mix compilations from Blue Note Records' archives, leading to multiple platinum awards. Maestro's projects include albums on labels such as Beats Included, Blue Note, Verve, Bethlehem Records, and Black Hole Recordings. Beyond production, he has been involved in programming for several jazz festivals and club nights, alongside a longstanding presence in radio, notably Arrow Jazz FM and Sublime FM.

Musically, DJ Maestro's style encompasses jazz, with extensions into Latin beats, deep house, Afrobeat, and afro disco. His sets often incorporate elements of jazz fusion and world music, reflecting a broad and eclectic record collection. He has performed at numerous international jazz festivals and venues including North Sea Jazz, The Hague Jazz, and Java Jazz. His role as a programmer and his radio work have shaped his curatorial approach, creating a fusion of soulful, jazzy mixes that emphasize musical storytelling. Releases like the Blue Note Trip compilations established his connection to jazz heritage alongside contemporary sounds.

Within the Vinyl Sessions Archive of VinylFarm.EU, DJ Maestro is represented with two sessions from 2025. These sessions document his mixing of Afrobeat, Afro Disco, Deep House, Jazz Fusion, and World Music styles, providing insight into his diverse musical influences. VinylFarm.EU serves as a digital space where his vinyl based sessions can be explored by listeners interested in the detailed textures and grooves that characterize his approach to DJing.