Liesbeth List (Bandoeng, 12 December 1941 - Soest, 25 March 2020) was a Dutch chanteuse and actress who debuted in 1962 and became one of the most respected singers the Netherlands has produced. She performed for years alongside Ramses Shaffy in the theatre programme Shaffy Chantant, recording the iconic duet 'Pastorale' with him. Her range - from French chanson to pop - brought her international recognition: she collaborated with Jacques Brel, Charles Aznavour and Mikis Theodorakis, and won the press prize at the Golden Rose Festival in Montreux in 1968. In 2017 she announced her retirement due to dementia; that same year a musical about her life had its premiere.
On 2 June 2026, the Liesbeth List House on Oostenburg in Amsterdam was officially opened - a care home for elderly artists and culture enthusiasts, named after the singer.
On 16 February 2026, the key handover of the Liesbeth List House took place to the residents, with housing corporation Stadgenoot delivering 36 care studios for artists.
Theater De Blauwe Kei in Veghel announces a theater edition of the Listening Cafe for 4 December 2026, dedicated to Ramses Shaffy and Liesbeth List.
On 18 August 2017, Liesbeth List announced she would stop performing due to dementia resulting from past brain injury.
Liesbeth List died on 25 March 2020 in Soest at the age of 78.
A theatre concert honouring two Dutch music legends, Ramses Shaffy and Liesbeth List, through their most iconic songs and stories.
A tribute concert to the iconic songs of Dutch legends Ramses Shaffy and Liesbeth List, part of the Legendary Albums Live series.
A theatre concert celebrating the music and legacy of Ramses Shaffy and Liesbeth List, two legendary figures in Dutch music.
A tribute show celebrating the iconic Dutch singers Ramses Shaffy and Liesbeth List through their greatest hits and career stories.