Bartók Festival – Masterworks

Discover violinist Simone Lamsma in Bartók's Second Violin Concerto during a concert dedicated to the greatest works of the Hungarian composer.

Sunday Concerts
Multiple dates available
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Sat 07.02.2026 20:00 - 21:45
LUCA Campus Lemmens, Leuven
€ 23 - 26 Info & tickets
Sun 08.02.2026 15:00 - 16:45
Bozar
€ 56, 46, 34, 22 Info & tickets
Bartók Festival – Masterworks

In this final concert of the Bartók Festival, his most monumental works take center stage. His Second Violin Concerto, a cornerstone of the repertoire, is a bold and virtuosic piece that continues to captivate with its modernity.

In The Miraculous Mandarin, a suite from his 1916 ballet, Bartók’s style reveals the influence of Impressionists and Schoenberg, showcasing the Hungarian composer’s remarkable versatility.

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Programme

  • Béla Bartók Violin Concerto No. 2, Sz. 112, BB 117
  • Béla Bartók The Miraculous Mandarin, Op. 19, Sz. 73, BB 82

Artists

Guided concert

Enhance your experience beyond the concert with an introduction! The introduction starts at 2 pm and is free upon presentation of your concert ticket.

Winter Concert II Gaetan Nadin min

Bring you kid to the Sunday Workshop!

While parents attend a concert in Bozar's Henry Le Boeuf Hall, children explore the nearby Musical Instruments Museum. They discover the instruments and prepare to join the concert after the interval. An unforgettable experience for parents and children alike!

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