Tony Tersmette, originally from the Netherlands, who has adopted the pseudonym Rex Niemand, is a vocalist and guitarist of a jazz bent with many years of experience performing a wide range of popular music. He also has some thirty years experience as a cataloger of all manner of musical materials at Binghamton University Libraries in upstate New York. 'Rex' has taken the challenge of composing in earnest in recent years; a few of his latest creations are represented here. He hopes to add more in the near future. Correspondence is most welcome!

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Once again, a work of mine has been acknowledged by the Great American Song Contest (23rd edition) -- "Sticky Tape" was a top 5 finalist in the instrumental category. I am deeply grateful to those good people that comprise this organization for the recognition and inspiration, and would strongly encourage anyone seeking to jumpstart their composing career to visit their website for valuable info.  https://www.greatamericansong.com      THANK YOU, G.A.S.C.!!

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"Tony Tersmette really hits it out of the park with his track Blue Chalk[in']. He builds on the synth pop of the past but definitely takes the song to a place in the future. A solid production and well thought out electric composition." -- Jason Miles, pro reviewer.

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My composition "Chanson Sans Paroles" won First Place in the Instrumental category of the 22nd Annual Great American Song Contest. Thank you, GASC!