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The world's most talented pianists compete in the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition! Discover those who stood out during the 2025 edition.

Celebrate the National Day with The Moldau, Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G and Kodály’s Dances of Galánta.

The enchanting voices of soprano Sofia Fomina and tenor David Butt Philip weave a magical tapestry of sound, bringing the most iconic arias to life in the legendary Concertgebouw Amsterdam.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

In an ambitious concert, violinist Augustin Hadelich takes on Dvořák’s Violin Concerto, alongside symphonic works by Rachmaninov and Wolfe.

Bozar, choreographer Radouan Mriziga, and the BNO bring dance and classical music together in Staging the Concert.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

Pianist HaeSun Paik shines in Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, while Brahms’s monumental First Symphony showcases the full grandeur and emotional power of the orchestra.

During an evening dedicated to early Romanticism, immerse yourself in Brahms' Violin Concerto and Schumann's Manfred Overture and Third Symphony.

Dive into Dvořák's Ninth Symphony during a Symphonic Date, where the presenter Thomas Vanderveken guides you through the listening experience.

Brussels rapper Scylla and the Belgian National Orchestra blur the lines between genres

Brussels rapper Scylla and the Belgian National Orchestra blur the lines between genres

Brussels rapper Scylla and the Belgian National Orchestra blur the lines between genres

Come and experience pianist Joyce Yang in Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, alongside Roderick Cox conducting Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony.

Come and experience pianist Joyce Yang in Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, alongside Roderick Cox conducting Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony.

Shostakovich shines in an evening dedicated to his Symphony No. 11 and Cello Concerto No. 2, performed by Truls Mørk.

Enjoy an evening full of post-romantic heroism, featuring the vitality of music by Edvard Grieg, Jean Sibelius, and Max Bruch.

Alexander Malofeev performs Prokofiev’s virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 2, alongside Rachmaninov’s Symphony No. 3.

Experience a family-friendly concert with live drawings by Chloé Perarnau, classical music, and a global search for orchestra musicians.

Experience a family-friendly concert with live drawings by Chloé Perarnau, classical music, and a global search for orchestra musicians.

The Belgian National Orchestra performs at the prestigious Kurhaus in Wiesbaden with a programme entirely dedicated to Beethoven.

Start 2026 in style with a festive concert, blending Viennese waltzes and contemporary works, featuring accordionist Philippe Thuriot.

Start 2026 in style with a festive concert, blending Viennese waltzes and contemporary works, featuring accordionist Philippe Thuriot.

Start 2026 in style with a festive concert, blending Viennese waltzes and contemporary works, featuring accordionist Philippe Thuriot.

Start 2026 in style with a festive concert, blending Viennese waltzes and contemporary works, featuring accordionist Philippe Thuriot.

Start 2026 in style with a festive concert, blending Viennese waltzes and contemporary works, featuring accordionist Philippe Thuriot.

Start 2026 in style with a festive concert, blending Viennese waltzes and contemporary works, featuring accordionist Philippe Thuriot.

Percussionist Colin Currie performs percussion concertos by Wolfe and Andriessen, while Gershwin and Pärt round out this bold concert programme.

Percussionist Colin Currie performs percussion concertos by Wolfe and Andriessen, while Gershwin and Pärt round out this bold concert programme.

This concert of the Bartók Festival invites you to explore his orchestral works most deeply influenced by folk and traditional music.

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

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

Tchaikovsky’s Sixth Symphony and Berlioz’s Harold in Italy come together in this deeply emotional concert, conducted by Eva Ollikainen.

Tchaikovsky’s Sixth Symphony and Berlioz’s Harold in Italy come together in this deeply emotional concert, conducted by Eva Ollikainen.

Julia Wolfe’s oratorio Fire in my mouth gives voice to the 146 people who perished in a garment factory fire, in a deeply moving commemorative concert.

Organist Thierry Escaich takes center stage in this 20th-century symphonic concert, featuring works by Stravinsky, Poulenc, Fauré, and Copland.

At the Klarafestival, the number 8 becomes a symbol of infinity during this musical evening following in Beethoven’s footsteps.

Three residents of the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel perform for the first time with the Belgian National Orchestra.

Experience Beethoven’s Sixth Symphony like never before, as Thomas Vanderveken unveils its secrets in this immersive listening experience.

Singer Véronique Gens presents the elegant Les Nuits d’été by Berlioz, followed by Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 5.

Singer Véronique Gens presents the elegant Les Nuits d’été by Berlioz, followed by Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 5.

Mahler’s Fifth Symphony travels through stormy depths to reach a triumphant light. A poignant journey that celebrates the passion and enduring strength of life.

Mahler’s Fifth Symphony travels through stormy depths to reach a triumphant light. A poignant journey that celebrates the passion and enduring strength of life.

The renowned violinist Nemanja Radulović takes on Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, alongside Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5.

The renowned violinist Nemanja Radulović takes on Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, alongside Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5.

The BNO and renowned violinist Nemanja Radulović are heading to the Philharmonie de Paris to perform Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto, alongside Prokofiev's Fifth Symphony.

Music and climate activism come together in this nature-inspired concert, featuring works by Smetana, Sibelius, and Say.

Music and climate activism come together in this nature-inspired concert, featuring works by Smetana, Sibelius, and Say.

Mozart and Rossini engage in a lively dialogue in an evening full of wit, elegance, and mischief, brought to life by the dazzling voices of Lea Desandre and Huw Montague Rendall.

Mozart and Rossini engage in a lively dialogue in an evening full of wit, elegance, and mischief, brought to life by the dazzling voices of Lea Desandre and Huw Montague Rendall.

Two masterpieces in one evening: Rachmaninov’s renowned Piano Concerto No. 2 alongside an exceptional performance of Stravinsky’s powerful Firebird in full.