Brussels Philharmonic | First release: Bluesette

First release: Bluesette

Between a Smile and a Tear

In September 2025, we paid tribute to Toots Thielemans (1922–2016)—live in concert, on record, and with an exceptional line-up: Brussels Jazz Orchestra, Brussels Philharmonic, Grégoire Maret (harmonica), Kenny Werner (piano & arrangements) and Miho Hazama (conductor).
Sneak peek: listen to the first release, Bluesette.

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extra: Frank Vaganée and Kenny Werner on Music Matters (Klara)
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Between a Smile and a Tear: A Toots Celebration · 12.09.2025 · Flagey

Toots Thielemans (1922-2016) is an icon. His warm personality, lack of ego and unifying way of playing music, gave him the unique capability to reach everyone’s heart in an immediate and powerful way. Although the world said goodbye to him in 2016, his influence hasn’t faltered.

Cebrate the life and music of this master of melody with a finger-licking line-up: Brussels Jazz Orchestra, Brussels Philharmonic, Grégoire Maret (harmonica), Kenny Werner (piano & arrangements) and Miho Hazama (conductor) invite you to experience Toots’ music in a fresh, unseen way.