Artists: Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Andrea Casarrubios, Anne Gastinel, Marie Hallynck, Christian-Pierre La Marca, Taeguk Mun, Didier Poskin, Aleksey Shadrin, Sul Yoon, Han Bin Yoon, Lily Maisky

🎫 Tickets: Adult 28 € / Senior 24 € / Student 9 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

Andrea Casarrubios | SEVEN for solo cello (Andrea Casarrubios)

Pietro Locatelli | Sonata in D major arr. Piatti (Aleksey Shadrin)

Jacques Offenbach | Les Larmes de Jacqueline, Op. 76, No. 2 (Han Bin Yoon)

David Popper | Hungarian Rhapsody, Op. 68 (Christian-Pierre La Marca)

The Seasons over time (Vivaldi & Piazzolla):

Vivaldi L'Estate (summer, III. Presto) & Piazzolla Summer

Vivaldi L'autunno (autumn, I. Allegro) & Piazzolla Autumn

Vivaldi L'inverno (winter, III. Allegro) & Piazzolla Winter

Vivaldi La primavera (spring, III. Allegro) & Piazzolla Spring

🎶 Seasons of Sound: A Cello Celebration Across Centuries! 🎶

Prepare for an extraordinary afternoon as these world-class artists—Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Andrea Casarrubios, Anne Gastinel, Marie Hallynck, Christian-Pierre La Marca, Taeguk Mun, Didier Poskin, Aleksey Shadrin, Sul Yoon, Han Bin Yoon, and Lily Maisky—come together to present a stunning Closing Concert with a program that transcends eras and styles.

The concert begins with Andrea Casarrubios performing her emotionally charged solo work, SEVEN, a powerful tribute to the essential workers during the COVID pandemic. Aleksey Shadrin follows with Piatti’s virtuosic arrangement of Locatelli’s Sonata in D Major, full of Baroque elegance and technical brilliance. Han Bin Yoon then brings his expressive touch to Offenbach's lyrical Les Larmes de Jacqueline and showcases his virtuosity in David Popper's fiery and dramatic Hungarian Rhapsody.

The centerpiece of the evening is a collection of cello ensemble pieces curated by Han Bin Yoon, titled “The Seasons Over Time,” masterfully combining Vivaldi’s iconic Four Seasons with Astor Piazzolla’s passionate and rhythmic Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. The cellists capture the contrast between Vivaldi’s Baroque precision and Piazzolla's tango-infused energy, creating a dynamic conversation between two eras. From the bright and lively Primavera (Spring) to the intense heat of Estate (Summer), the rich hues of Autunno (Autumn), and the icy tension of Inverno (Winter), the performance will take you through a stunning range of emotions and styles.

✨ Join us for this unforgettable moment where the past meets the present in a dazzling display of talent and artistry! ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE: Get your tickets now to hear the four seasons as they evolve through the centuries! 🎫

Artists: Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Andrea Casarrubios, Pierre Fontenelle, Taeguk Mun, violoncelle / Stephanie Proot, piano

🎫 Tickets: Adult 18 € / Senior 15 € / Student 5 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

Jean-Paul Dessy | Philia (Pierre Fontenelle)

Andrea Casarrubios | Three Pieces for Cello and Piano - Silbo, Mensajes de Agua, 24 Mozas (Casarrubios)

Andrea Casarrubios | Maktub for three cellos (Andrea Casarrubios, Taeguk Mun, Pierre Fontenelle)

Santiago Cañón-Valencia | Ascenso hacia lo profundo (Santiago Cañón-Valencia)

Alberto Ginastera | Pampeana No. 2 for Cello and Piano (Santiago Cañón-Valencia)

🎻 Living Masterpieces 🎻

Join us for an inspiring morning with innovative cellists Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Andrea Casarrubios, Pierre Fontenelle, and Taeguk Mun alongside pianist Stephanie Proot as they create modern soundscapes that attest to the timeless expression of the cello voice.

The concert opens with young Belgian talent Pierre Fontenelle performing cellist-composer Jean-Paul Dessy’s Philia, a contemplative work exploring deep emotional connections. The spotlight then turns to Andrea Casarrubios, Spanish-American composer-cellist who performs her own Three Pieces for Cello and Piano —three evocative compositions inspired by nature, poetry, and cultural heritage. She is later joined by Taeguk Mun and Pierre Fontenelle for her captivating work, Maktub for Three Cellos, a piece that embodies unity and dialogue between the performers.

Then comes another modern Colombian cellist-composer, Santiago Cañón-Valencia showcasing his compositional prowess with Ascenso hacia lo profundo, a deeply introspective piece that explores themes of ascent and introspection. The program concludes with Cañón-Valencia’s vibrant interpretation of Alberto Ginastera’s Pampeana No. 2, a dynamic work inspired by the rhythms and spirit of Argentine folk music.

✨ Experience an immersion of modern cello soundscapes created by those living side-by-side with us in this crazy day and age! ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE: Reserve your tickets now for a concert that promises to be as moving as it is introspective! 🎫

Artists: Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Andrea Casarrubios, Natalie Clein, Pierre Fontenelle, Anne Gastinel, Marie Hallynck, Frans Helmerson, Gary Hoffman, Natania Hoffman, Christian-Pierre La Marca, Taeguk Mun, Xavier Phillips, Didier Poskin, Aleksey Shadrin, Sul Yoon, Han Bin Yoon

🎫 Tickets: Adult 28 € / Senior 24 € / Student 9 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

Enrique Granados | Intermezzo from Goyescas (solo: Gary Hoffman)

Gaspar Cassado | Suite for Solo Cello (solo: Gary Hoffman)

Dimitri Shostakovich | Prelude (arr. Espinoza)

Carlos Gardel | Por una Cabeza

Antonin Dvorak | Waldesruhe, Op. 68, No. 5 (solo: Frans Helmerson)

David Popper | Polonaise de Concert

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George Gershwin | Rhapsody in Blue

Richard Strauss | Finale from Don Quixote, Op. 35

Wilhelm Kaiser-Lindemann | Bossa Nova - Variacoes Brasileiras

Maurice Ravel | Boléro

🎵 United in Belgium: Ultimate Cello Reunion of Timeless Classics! 🎵

Join us for an extraordinary concert featuring all the festival artists and young talents of the 2024 Brussels Cello Festival, as they unite on stage to bring this captivating programme to life.

The evening opens with master cellist Gary Hoffman showcasing his profound artistry in Enrique Granados' Intermezzo from Goyescas and Gaspar Cassadó's evocative Suite for Solo Cello. Prepare for a journey through emotional depths with Shostakovich's dramatic Prelude and the passionate rhythms of Carlos Gardel's famous melody, Por una Cabeza. Frans Helmerson then enchants with Dvořák's lyrical Waldesruhe, followed by the festival artists’ rendition of David Popper's exuberant Polonaise de Concert.

After the intermission, the concert continues with a thrilling array of orchestral masterpieces adapted for a mass cello ensemble. George Gershwin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue dazzles with its jazz-infused brilliance, while Richard Strauss's poignant Finale from Don Quixote delivers a dramatic moment of solitude. Experience the vibrant rhythms of Wilhelm Kaiser-Lindemann's Bossa Nova - Variacoes Brasileiras and let our festival artists send you off into the night with a powerful, mesmerizing finale of Maurice Ravel's triumphant Boléro.

✨ Immerse yourself in a night of exceptional cellistic splendor, showcasing some of the greatest talents in the classical world today! ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE: Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate friendship and camaraderie with your favorite cellists today! 🎫

Artists: Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Natalie Clein, Anne Gastinel, Taeguk Mun, Xavier Phillips, Aleksey Shadrin, violoncelle / Stephanie Proot, piano

🎫 Tickets: Adult 18 € / Senior 15 € / Student 9 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

Cheryl Frances-Hoad | Suite for solo cello (Natalie Clein)

David Popper | Vito from Spanish Dance, Op. 54, No. 5 (Taeguk Mun)

Alfredo Piatti | Notturno, Op. 20 (Taeguk Mun)

David Popper | Papillon, Op. 3, No. 4 (Taeguk Mun)

Karl Davydov | Adieu from “Souvenirs d’Oranienbaum” Op. 17 (Aleksey Shadrin)

Julius Klengel | Scherzo, Op. 6 (Aleksey Shadrin)

David Popper | Menuetto, Op. 65, No. 2 (Santiago Cañón-Valencia)

David Popper | Feuillet d’Album, Op. 52, No. 1 (Santiago Cañón-Valencia)

David Popper | Elfentanz, Op. 39 (Santiago Cañón-Valencia)

🎵 Cello Virtuoso: The Golden Era of Dazzling Technique and Expression! 🎵

Prepare to be mesmerized as six of today’s most remarkable cellists—Santiago Cañón-Valencia, Natalie Clein, Anne Gastinel, Taeguk Mun, Xavier Phillips, and Aleksey Shadrin—join forces with Belgian pianist Stephanie Proot for a special moment showcasing the rich and diverse repertoire of the “Golden Era” of cellist-composers.

The concert opens with Anne Gastinel and Xavier Phillips performing Offenbach's delightful Duo for Two Cellos, Op. 53, No. 3, full of charm and wit. Natalie Clein takes the stage with Cheryl Frances-Hoad’s emotionally intense Suite for Solo Cello, a newly born work (2024) that pushes the instrument to its expressive limits. Rising Korean star Taeguk Mun captivates with a trio of virtuosic pieces: the fiery rhythms of David Popper's Vito, the lyrical beauty of Piatti’s Notturno, and the lighthearted agility of Popper’s Papillon.

Aleksey Shadrin presents the nostalgic grace of Karl Davydov’s Adieu and the playful elegance of Julius Klengel’s Scherzo. The afternoon concludes with the brilliance of Santiago Cañón-Valencia, who dazzles with three exquisite works by Popper: the lyrical Menuetto, the delicate Feuillet d’Album, and the breathtakingly virtuosic (and iconic) Elfentanz.

✨ Join us for a spectacular afternoon of cello virtuosity, from Romantic gems to contemporary masterpieces! ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE: Reserve your tickets now for this one-of-a-kind musical journey! 🎫

Artists: Aleksey Shadrin, Christian-Pierre La Marca, Marie Hallynck, violoncelle / Lily Maisky, Muhiddin Dürrüoglu, piano

🎫 Tickets: Adult 18 € / Senior 15 € / Student 9 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

Franz Schubert | Arpeggione Sonata, D. 821 (Aleksey Shadrin, vc / Lily Maisky, pn)

Clara Schumann | Three Romances, Op. 22 (Christian-Pierre La Marca, vc / Lily Maisky, pn)

Robert Schumann | II. Intermezzo from FAE (Christian-Pierre La Marca, vc / Lily Maisky, pn)

Robert Schumann | Fantasiestücke, Op.73 (Christian-Pierre La Marca, vc / Lily Maisky, pn)

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Auguste Franchomme | Nocturne in C minor, Op. 15, No. 1 (Christian-Pierre La Marca, vc / Lily Maisky, pn)

Frédéric Chopin | Cello Sonata. Op. 65 (Marie Hallynck, vc / Muhiddin Dürrüoglu, pn)

🎵 Romantic Reverie: Love Letters between Cellists 🎵

Join three celebrated cellists—Aleksey Shadrin, top laureate of the 2022 Queen Elisabeth Competition; Christian-Pierre La Marca, French cellist known for his poetic style; and Marie Hallynck, a leading Belgian cello voice—alongside pianists Lily Maisky and Muhiddin Dürrüoglu for an enchanting journey through the Romantic repertoire featuring the adaptability of the cello.

The concert begins with Schubert's sublime Arpeggione Sonata, a masterpiece of lyrical beauty (adapted for the cello from the six-stringed 19th century instrument) performed by Aleksey Shadrin and Lily Maisky. Christian-Pierre La Marca and Lily Maisky then offer us a tender interpretation of Clara Schumann's emotive Three Romances and two gems from Robert Schumann: the elegant Intermezzo from his FAE Sonata and his dreamy Fantasiestücke, works adapted from the violin and clarinet which feature in La Marca’s latest CD, “Love Letters.” After the break, they return with Franchomme's hauntingly beautiful Nocturne in C minor, who is speculated to have made significant contributions to Chopin's Cello Sonata, a powerful work full of drama and deep emotion presented by the dynamic Belgian duo, Marie Hallynck and Muhiddin Dürrüoglu!

✨ Don’t miss this extraordinary moment of romantic bliss, brought to life by some of the most poetic artists of our time! ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE: Reserve your seats for an unforgettable afternoon! 🎫

Artists: Winners of the 2024 Buchet International Cello Competition announced on 12 November evening!

🎫 Tickets: Adult 12 € / Senior 10 € / Student 5 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

Winners and programme to be announced on 12 November!

Come hear the future of classical music with the top three laureates of the 2024 Buchet International Cello Competition. Selected from over 200 applicants, eighteen talented candidates will compete live on 11 and 12 November at the Royal Conservatory of Mons in front of an esteemed jury including cellists Roel Dieltiens, Frans Helmerson, Marie Hallynck, Anne Gastinel and Han Bin Yoon.

🎫 TICKETS HERE 🎫

Artists: Andrea Casarrubios, Aleksey Shadrin, Natalie Clein, Sul Yoon, violoncelle / Malibran Ensemble

🎫 Tickets: Adult 28 € / Senior 24 € / Student 9 € 🎫

PROGRAMME

François Servais | La Fille du régiment, Op.16 (solo: Sul Yoon)

Luigi Boccherini | String Quintet in d, G. 280 (solo: Santiago Cañón-Valencia)

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Luigi Boccherini | Cello Concerto No. 7 in G major, G. 480 (solo: Natalie Clein)

François Servais | Fantaisie sur deux Airs Russes, Op.13 (solo: Aleksey Shadrin)

Wilhelm Fitzenhagen | Ave Maria, Op. 41 (Andrea Casarrubios, Natalie Clein, Aleksey Shadrin, Sul Yoon)

🎵 Cello Extravaganza: An Evening with Queen Elisabeth’s Virtuosos! 🎵

Join us for a spectacular Opening Night with four of the world’s most captivating cellists—Marie Hallynck and Natalie Clein, two esteemed jurors of the Queen Elisabeth Cello Competition; Aleksey Shadrin, acclaimed for his powerful interpretations; and Korean superstar Sul Yoon – all in partnership with the brilliant Malibran Ensemble. Supported by the Servais VZW, this unique concert brings together these incredible talents to explore some of the most exciting works by iconic cellist-composers of the 18th and 19th centuries.

The program features François Servais' sparkling La Fille du régiment, Op. 16 performed by Sul Yoon, a virtuosic fantasy based on Donizetti's famous opera. Marie Hallynck takes center stage with Luigi Boccherini's dynamic String Quintet in D minor, a piece brimming with lyrical elegance and technical brilliance. Natalie Clein will enchant with Boccherini's beloved Cello Concerto No. 7 in G major, celebrated for its graceful melodies and lively spirit. The program continues with Aleksey Shadrin performing Servais' emotive Fantaisie sur deux Airs Russes, a work that combines Russian folk themes with dazzling virtuosity. The evening concludes with a heartfelt rendition of Wilhelm Fitzenhagen's Ave Maria, bringing all four cellists together for a truly sublime finale.

✨ Experience the passion and brilliance of the cello with these remarkable Queen Elisabeth cellists bringing each piece to life! ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE : Secure your tickets now for this unforgettable celebration of cello artistry! 🎫

Artists:
Tatiana Samouil, violin
Lev Adamov, violin
Tony Nys, viola
Natania Hoffman, cello
Marie Hallynck, cello

🎫 Tickets: Adult 18 € / Senior 15 € / Student 5 € 🎫

[ANNOUNCEMENT]
PROGRAMME CHANGE!

Due to personal reasons, Mr. Roel Dieltiens regrettably had to cancel his performance and sends everyone his best regards.

We would like to thank the Malibran Ensemble and our friends Marie Hallynck and Natania Hoffman for stepping in to present this iconic programme as the new Prelude programme to the 2024 Brussels Cello Festival:

Anton Arensky | Cello Quartet No. 2
II. Variations sur un thême de P. Tschaikowsky. Moderato

Franz Schubert | Cello Quintet in C major, D. 956
I. Allegro ma non troppo
II. Adagio
III. Scherzo. Presto – Trio. Andante sostenuto
IV. Allegretto

🎵 Iconic Cello Chamber Music : Better in Pairs! 🎵

Join us for an unforgettable evening that celebrates the cellist in the context of chamber music playing with two cornerstone works: Anton Arensky’s Cello Quartet No. 2 and Franz Schubert’s Cello Quintet in C major, D. 956.

Arensky’s Cello Quartet No. 2, particularly the second movement, Variations sur un thême de P. Tschaikowsky, offers a beautiful homage to Tchaikovsky’s melodies. This movement is not just a display of technical prowess; it’s an exploration of emotional depth, allowing cellists to showcase their lyrical sensitivity and interpretive skills. The variations invite players to engage with the music on a personal level, making it a favorite among cellists for its balance of virtuosity and expressiveness.

Schubert’s Cello Quintet stands as a monumental work in the chamber music repertoire. Its intricate dialogues between the cellos and the accompanying strings create a rich tapestry of sound which has enchanted audiences for almost two centuries. For cellists, this piece is a rite of passage—challenging yet immensely rewarding, it requires both technical skill and emotional intelligence. The Quintet is celebrated for its profound themes and exquisite harmonies, making it a beloved piece for performance and study alike.

✨ Experience the artistry of these exceptional musicians as they weave a tapestry of emotion, virtuosity, and elegance. ✨

🎫 TICKETS HERE: Mark your calendars for an evening of musical enchantment! 🎫

The Closing Concert is an all-time family favorite programme of the Brussels Cello Festival - the performance is comprised of all the festival artists and young talents who come together to perform some of our most beloved repertoire… as the BCF cello orchestra! Bring all your friends and family of all ages – this programme is sure to please even the most discerning music lover!

PROGRAMME

C. Saint-Saens | Bacchanale form Samson and Delilah
Vashti Hunter, Grace Sohn (Laureate BICC 22), Chiara Samatanga, Natania Hoffman, cellos

A. Piazzolla | La Muerte del Angel
Jing Zhao, Sul Yoon, Vashti Hunter, Didier Poskin, cellos

Ayres “Hey Jude” and Barrière Sonata in G major | Winners of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition
Top laureates announced !!!
Edward Luengo 1st Prix Buchet
Maxime Quennesson 2nd Prix Van Hecke

M. Lauridsen | O Magnum Mysterium
Olsi Leka, Justus Grimm, Didier Poskin, Hayoung Choi, Natania Hoffman, Vashti Hunter, Jing Zhao, Han Bin Yoon, cellos

A. Piazzolla | Fuga y Misterio
Justus Grimm, Didier Poskin, Hayoung Choi, Sul Yoon, Natania Hoffman, Olsi Leka, Vashti Hunter, Amy Norrington, Jing Zhao, Chiara Samatanga, Han Bin Yoon, cellos

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E. Elgar | Salut d'Amour
Amy Norrington, cello
BCF Cello Orchestra

E. Elgar | Nimrod
BCF Cello Orchestra

C. Saint-Saens | Allegro Appassionato
Justus Grimm, solo
BCF Cello Orchestra

M. Ravel | Pavane
BCF Cello Orchestra

A. Dvorak | Largo from New World Symphony
BCF Cello Orchestra

B. Déjardin | Aquarela Do Violoncelo
BCF Cello Orchestra

TICKETS:
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Top laureates announced after the live rounds (10-11 Oct)

Named after the Buchet family of Belgium, founding patrons of the Belgium Cello Society, this year’s cello competition attracted 105 applicants from around the world. Only 18 candidates were invited to compete in the live rounds, and it is our pleasure to present to you the top three winners of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition. All these young artists are already rising stars of the cello world – come hear them at the start of their brilliant careers!

Programme TBA after the live rounds!

with Eliane Reyes, pianist

TICKETS:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winners-recital-2022-buchet-international-cello-competition-tickets-392431722847

Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

FREE event (reservations not necessary but recommended):
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From Belgian stars such as David Cohen to 2022 QEIMC 1st prize laureates such as Hayoung Choi, our Gala evening features the CASCO Phil alongside some of the most renowned cellists of the world: Y.C.Cho, H.Choi, D.Cohen, A.Gastinel, F.Helmerson, G.Hoffman, J.Lee, C.Samatanga, H.B.Yoon. Don't miss this opportunity to hear so many top cello soloists in one evening!

PROGRAMME

F. Couperin | Pièces en Concert
Young-Chang Cho, cello

M. Bruch | Kol Nidrei
Gary Hoffman, cello

C. Saint-Saens | La Muse et le Poète
Hayoung Choi, cello / Jehye Lee, violin

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D. Popper | Requiem for 3 cellos
Frans Helmerson, Chiara Samatanga, Han Bin Yoon, cellos

E. Ysaye | Meditation, Op 16
Anne Gastinel, cello

C. Saint-Saens |Cello Concerto No. 1 in A minor, Op. 33
David Cohen, cello

TICKETS:
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This year also marks the 100th anniversary of Belgian cellist-composer, Eric Feldbusch. Various cello teachers at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels have put together a unique programme around Mr. Feldbusch’s legacy, including his “Cadence et Allegro” and “Mosaique” – come hear the soul of Belgian music in this homage to the Belgian cello tradition!

PROGRAMME

E.Feldbusch | 'Cadence et allegro" op.13 pour violoncelle et piano
Olsi Leka, cello / Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

E.Feldbusch | "Mosaique" op. 24 pour violoncelle seul
Didier Poskin, cello

Gian Carlo Menotti | Suite pour 2 violoncelles et piano
Jeroen Reuling and Olsi Leka, cellos / Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

J.Jongen | Deux pieces pour pour Quatres violoncelles, op.89
Marinela Doko, Olsi Leka, Jeroen Reuling, Didier Poskin, cellos

Address of Performance:
Rue de la Régence 30 (Room 028)
1000 Bruxelles

TICKETS:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tribute-to-eric-feldbusch-tickets-392428703817

We could not overlook this year’s special 200th anniversary of our beloved Belgian composer, César Franck – we have curated a programme featuring his famous Violin sonata transcribed for the cello alongside works by Debussy for a rather dreamy Frano-Belgian afternoon.

PROGRAMME

C. Debussy | Sonata for Cello and Piano
Vashti Hunter, cello / Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

C. Debussy | Quartet Minstrels and Sarabande
Chiara Samatanga, Vashti Hunter, Jing Zhao, Natania Hoffman, cellos

C. Franck | Mélancolie
Natania Hoffman, cello / Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

C. Franck | Sonata for Violin and Piano in A major
Jing Zhao, cello / Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

TICKETS:
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This lunchtime recital features the return of the 2022 Queen Elisabeth Competition 1st prize winner, cellist Hayoung Choi, paired with another well-known Belgian QEIMC laureate, pianist Jean-Claude Vanden Eynden! This programme includes the Mendelssohn cello sonata and other repertoire we have not yet heard from Ms. Choi during the QEIMC in May… be sure to come hear this new rising star of the cello world!

PROGRAMME
Mendelssohn Song without words op.109
Mendelssohn Sonata no.2
Chopin Polonaise Brillante
with Jean-Claude Vanden Eynden, pianist

TICKETS:
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We open the 3rd edition of our Brussels Cello Festival with a programme featuring some of BCS’s most loyal artists alongside some exciting BCF debut artists! From daring transcriptions of iconic violin repertoire to sensational cello ensemble arrangements of the classical repertoire, this Opening Concert is sure to launch the festival weekend with inspiration!

PROGRAMME

Clara Schumann | Three Romances
Han Bin Yoon, cello
Lily Maisky, piano

J.S. Bach | Gamba sonata
Mischa Maisky, cello
Maxim Maisky, piano

J. Brahms | Sonata for Violin and Piano, Op. 78
Mischa Maisky, cello
Lily Maisky, piano

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J.S. Bach | Chaconne from violin Partita No. 2 in D minor BWV 1004 (arr. Laszlo Varga)
Anne Gastinel, Sul Yoon, Jing Zhao, Justus Grimm, cellos

A. Dvorak | Waldesruhe
Mischa Maisky, solo cello
Anne Gastinel, Ella Van Poucke, Chiara Samatanga, Jing Zhao, Natania Hoffman, Han Bin Yoon, Vashti Hunter, cello ensemble

W. Fitzenhagen | Concert-Walzer, Op.31
Ella Van Poucke, Natania Hoffman, Vashti Hunter, Chiara Samatanga, cellos

G. Fauré | Pavane
Anne Gastinel, Han Bin Yoon, Jing Zhao, Justus Grimm, Ella Van Poucke, Natania Hoffman, Vashti Hunter, Chiara Samatanga, cellos

D. Popper | Elfentanz
Anne Gastinel, Sul Yoon, Jing Zhao, Justus Grimm, cellos

TICKETS:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-brussels-cello-festival-opening-concert-tickets-392425293617

This Prelude Concert to the 2022 Brussels Cello Festival opening night features the most beloved chamber work for cellists: the magnificent Schubert Quintet for two cellos. This performance will highlight two top laureates of the 2022 Queen Elisabeth Competition: 1st prize winner Hayoung Choi and fellow laureate, Sul Yoon! They will be joined by an incredible team consisting of violinists Jehye Lee and SongHa Choi and violist Sejune Kim. There is no better way to whet your appetite for the 2022 Brussels Cello Festival than this sublime cello quintet of Schubert!

NOTE: Special Address of Performance
Korean Cultural Center Brussels
Rue de la Régence 4
1000 Bruxelles

TICKETS:
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Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

FREE event (reservations not necessary but recommended):
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/masterclass-jeroen-reuling-tickets-396447624517

Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

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Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

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Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

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Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

FREE event (reservations not necessary but recommended):
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Candidates of the 2022 Buchet International Cello Competition play for festival artists

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The Closing Concert of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature all the cellists of the festival together on stage with the student participants for a celebration of peace and humanity. The Belgium Cello Society is honored to collaborate with the United Nations and the Fundacio Pau Casals to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the legacy of the Pau Casals Orchestra as well as the 75th anniversary of the United Nations.

We have commissioned several cello ensemble arrangements for their WORLD PREMIERE in this spectacular concert: Pau Casals Hymn to the United Nations, Beethoven Symphony No. 5, Mahler Adagietto, and many more! We are also excited to have the support of the Servais Society in presenting the cello quintet arrangement of Servais’ Souvenir de Spa this afternoon.

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this afternoon (without intermission), at 15:00 and again at 18:00.

ARTISTS
Marie Hallynck - Sophie Hallynck - Natania Hoffman - Victor Julien-Laferriere - Olsi Leka - Jens Peter Maintz - Francis Mourey - Angela Park - Bruno Philippe - Didier Poskin - Karel Steylaerts - Jan Vogler - Sebastien Walnier - Han Bin Yoon - Benjamin Haemhouts (conductor)

PROGRAM
Casals Hymn to the United Nations*
Servais Souvenir de Spa
Saint-Saens The Swan*
Villa-Lobos Preludio
Beethoven Symphony No. 5*
Morricone Gabriel’s Oboe*
Casals El cant dels ocells*
Mahler Adagietto*

*arrangement by composer Sungmin Ahn for cello orchestra

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The Closing Concert of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature all the cellists of the festival together on stage with the student participants for a celebration of peace and humanity. The Belgium Cello Society is honored to collaborate with the United Nations and the Fundacio Pau Casals to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the legacy of the Pau Casals Orchestra as well as the 75th anniversary of the United Nations.

We have commissioned several cello ensemble arrangements for their WORLD PREMIERE in this spectacular concert: Pau Casals Hymn to the United Nations, Beethoven Symphony No. 5, Mahler Adagietto, and many more! We are also excited to have the support of the Servais Society in presenting the cello quintet arrangement of Servais’ Souvenir de Spa this afternoon.

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this afternoon (without intermission), at 15:00 and again at 18:00.

ARTISTS
Marie Hallynck - Sophie Hallynck - Natania Hoffman - Victor Julien-Laferriere - Olsi Leka - Jens Peter Maintz - Francis Mourey - Angela Park - Bruno Philippe - Didier Poskin - Karel Steylaerts - Jan Vogler - Sebastien Walnier - Han Bin Yoon - Benjamin Haemhouts (conductor)

PROGRAM
Casals Hymn to the United Nations*
Servais Souvenir de Spa
Saint-Saens The Swan*
Villa-Lobos Preludio
Beethoven Symphony No. 5*
Morricone Gabriel’s Oboe*
Casals El cant dels ocells*
Mahler Adagietto*

*arrangement by composer Sungmin Ahn for cello orchestra

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The third evening of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature cellists Mischa Maisky, Victor Julien-Laferriere, and Anne Gastinel in the Beethoven Cycle Part III:

Variations WoO 46 in Eb major (1801)

Mischa Maisky, cello
Lily Maisky, piano

Sonata No. 4 in C major (1815)

Victor Julien-Laferriere, cello
Stephane Ginsburgh, piano

Sonata No. 5 in D major (1815)

Anne Gastinel, cello
Jerome Ducros, piano

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this evening (without intermission), at 18:00 and again at 21:00.

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The third evening of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature cellists Mischa Maisky, Victor Julien-Laferriere, and Anne Gastinel in the Beethoven Cycle Part III:

Variations WoO 46 in Eb major (1801)

Mischa Maisky, cello
Lily Maisky, piano

Sonata No. 4 in C major (1815)

Victor Julien-Laferriere, cello
Stephane Ginsburgh, piano

Sonata No. 5 in D major (1815)

Anne Gastinel, cello
Jerome Ducros, piano

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this evening (without intermission), at 18:00 and again at 21:00.

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The second evening of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature cellists Bruno Philippe and Jan Vogler in the Beethoven Cycle Part II:

Variations Op. 66 in F major (1798)

Bruno Philippe, cello
Jerome Ducros, piano

Sonata No. 3 in A major(1809)

Jan Vogler, cello
Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this evening (without intermission), at 18:00 and again at 21:00.

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The second evening of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature cellists Bruno Philippe and Jan Vogler in the Beethoven Cycle Part II:

Variations Op. 66 in F major (1798)

Bruno Philippe, cello
Jerome Ducros, piano

Sonata No. 3 in A major(1809)

Jan Vogler, cello
Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this evening (without intermission), at 18:00 and again at 21:00.

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Opening Night of the 2020 Brussels Cello Festival will feature cellists Jens Peter Maintz, Han Bin Yoon, and Marie Hallynck in the Beethoven Cycle Part I:

Variations WoO 45 in G major (1796)

Jens Peter Maintz, cello
Stephane Ginsburgh, piano

Sonata No. 1 in F major (1797)

Han Bin Yoon, cello
Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

Sonata No. 2 in g minor (1797)

Marie Hallynck, cello
Muhiddin Durruoglu, piano

Due to COVID regulations, this program will be presented twice this evening (without intermission), at 18:00 and again at 21:00.

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