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Ziad Rahbani, influential Lebanese musician and political playwright, passes away at 69

Lebanese Composer Ziad Rahbani Passes Away at 69 Lebanese composer, playwright, and pianist Ziad Rahbani died on Saturday morning at the age of 69, as confirmed by a statement from the Beirut

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Antwerp’s Galaxy recording studio relaunches under local investors Centho

Galaxy Studios Reopens Under New Ownership After Bankruptcy Music studio Galaxy Studios, which declared bankruptcy at the end of 2023, has been acquired by a group of local investors. The studio, located

1 week ago

Arts & Entertainment

Art after hours: 20 Antwerp museums open late for annual museum night

On Saturday 2 August, the city of Antwerp will once again celebrate Museum Night, a highly anticipated annual event. From 7 p.m. until 1 a.m., 20 museums will open their doors late

2 months ago

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Cultural Compass: Music to Accompany a Departure, free galleries and 800 years of Begijnhof

Every Sunday, Belga English picks its favourite events from the cultural agenda. This week: Grief comes to life through music, free entrance to two stunning galleries at the Art & History Museum

2 months ago

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Cultural Compass: Victorious pianists, modern take on Carmen and experiential artwork

Every Sunday, Belga English picks its favourite events from the cultural agenda. This week: Winners of the Queen Elisabeth Competition for piano take to the stage one final time, Carmen finds herself

2 months ago

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Final round of Queen Elisabeth piano competition begins in Brussels

The final round of the 2025 Queen Elisabeth piano competition kicks off Monday evening at the Palace of Fine Arts in Brussels. Twelve pianists, seven men and five women, will compete throughout

2 months ago

Arts & Entertainment·Society

Belgium’s 2025 summer music festivals: A season of sound and celebration

Belgium’s summer of 2025 promises a compelling lineup of music festivals, catering to diverse musical tastes and offering unforgettable experiences across the country. From rock and pop to electronic, jazz and reggae,

2 months ago

Arts & Entertainment·Opinion

KBR Museum in Brussels reopens with a celebration of manuscripts and music

The Museum of the Royal Library (KBR) in central Brussels reopens to the public on Friday, inviting visitors to explore its renowned collection of illuminated manuscripts and cultural treasures from the era

2 months ago

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Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season embraces complexity through sound and vision

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season falls under the banner “Embrace Complexity,” inviting audiences into a diverse and ambitious programme that blends classical masterpieces with cutting-edge contemporary creation. From major orchestral works to intimate

2 months ago

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Pianist Valère Burnon Qualifies for Queen Elisabeth Competition Final

Belgian pianist Valère Burnon has qualified for the final of the Queen Elisabeth Competition, the organisation announced on Facebook on Saturday following the semi-final. On Saturday evening, twelve people were selected from

2 months ago

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Film Fest Gent launches new award for Belgian film composers

Film Fest Gent has announced a new award: the WSAward for Belgian Film Composer of the Year. The prize will be given for the first time on 15 October, during the 25th

4 months ago

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Ziad Rahbani, influential Lebanese musician and political playwright, passes away at 69

Antwerp’s Galaxy recording studio relaunches under local investors Centho

Art after hours: 20 Antwerp museums open late for annual museum night

Cultural Compass: Music to Accompany a Departure, free galleries and 800 years of Begijnhof

Cultural Compass: Victorious pianists, modern take on Carmen and experiential artwork

Final round of Queen Elisabeth piano competition begins in Brussels

Belgium’s 2025 summer music festivals: A season of sound and celebration

KBR Museum in Brussels reopens with a celebration of manuscripts and music

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season embraces complexity through sound and vision

Pianist Valère Burnon Qualifies for Queen Elisabeth Competition Final

Film Fest Gent launches new award for Belgian film composers

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