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what we do

Brussels Philharmonic

With our activities firmly based in our home city of Brussels, the Brussels Philharmonic focuses resolutely on 4 areas, each of which is intended to bring people together around symphonic music.
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Bucket List

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Our own distinctive selection of the great symphonic repertoire, with works that we think you must hear live in a concert hall at least once in your life. [concerts]

Atelier

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Back to the source of symphonic music, the art of playing music in a smaller formation. We work carefully and in depth, with extra attention to delicate details. [concerts]

LAB

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A place where contemporary music is given the leading role, researched and tested, and exposed to other arts or forms of performance. A radical decision to experiment and focus on the future, with guest conductor Ilan Volkov. [concerts]

Film & Festival

Brussels Philharmonic

A a former broadcast orchestra, the Brussels Philharmonic has a deeply rooted love of film music. And we love to share our enthusiasm, knowledge and expertise with partners and festivals. [concerts]

explore pre & post our concerts:

  • introductions
  • lectures
  • Deconstructed: musical lectures
  • BruPhil Café: post-concert talks
  • Symfomania! workshops for kids 7>12
  • live music & street food
  • Wolfgang app
  • exhibitions
  • and more

Activities vary from concert to concert. Visit the concert page for the full programme and practical information.

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LAB-SERIES

With the LAB-SERIES, the Brussels Philharmonic brings together musical experimentation, interaction, and total experience. Expect bold and eclectic concert nights with unique programmes, pre- and post-concert talks, interactive installations, and immersive listening sessions.

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Beyond The Score

With Beyond The Score, Brussels Philharmonic looks beyond the notes, exploring what symphonic music awakens in other voices across our society. These concerts are born from creation, encounter, and cross-pollination with the wider arts field.

More voices. More impulses. And above all: music. More than music.

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Close Encounters

With Close Encounters, you get an exclusive look behind the scenes: experience a rehearsal from a truly unique spot—the stage stalls at Studio 4.

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Meet Wolfgang

your guide during our concerts at Flagey! Check out the Wolfgang-series

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new series: Deconstructed

a new series of music lectures in which experienced pianist Florestan Bataillie unravels the secrets of illustrious compositions