Royal presence at our sold-out Choir Concert

© Lauren Wouters

A magical evening in the Sablon Church

Thursday the 13th of March 2025 was an evening to remember. In the stunning Notre Dame au Sablon Church in Brussels, the sold-out Choir Concert of the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel, School of Arts of EhB, took place. Under the direction of conductor David De Geest, the Choir KCB, the soloists of KCB, the Choir of the Kunsthumaniora Brussel, and the Alumni Orkest KCB, together with symphoniaASSAI, delivered
a breathtaking performance of, among others, Mozart’s Requiem.

The evening gained an extra special touch with the presence of Prince Laurent of Belgium.
A musical experience that will resonate for a long time!

A captivating programme

Royal presence at our sold-out Choir Concert KCB 2025 (© Lauren Wouters)

Mozart’s Requiem is one of the most mysterious and cherished works
in music history. This vocal masterpiece touches every listener and was the centrepiece of the evening’s programme.
The concert opened with the powerful Insanae et vanae curae by Joseph Haydn, followed by two shorter choral works by Mozart: Regina coeli and the famous Ave verum corpus.

The full programme booklet can be found here.

Programme

Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)
~ Insanae et vanae curae in d, Hob.XXI:1/13c

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
~ Regina coeli in C, KV 276
~ Ave verum corpus in D, KV 618
~ Requiem in d, KV 626 (versie van Franz Xaver Süssmayr (1766-1803))

Introitus: Requiem aeternam
Kyrie Eleison
Dies Irae
Tuba Mirum
Rex tremendae Majestatis
Recordare, Jesu Pie
Confutatis Maledictis
Lacrimosa Dies Illa
Domine Jesu Christe
Hostias et Preces
Sanctus
Benedictus
Agnus dei
Communio: Lux Aeterna

Heartfelt thanks

A concert of this magnitude is only possible thanks to the dedication and passion of many. Our sincere gratitude goes out to all musicians, soloists, and choir members who brought this evening to life with their artistry. We also warmly thank the production team, whose behind-the-scenes efforts ensured a seamless experience. A special appreciation goes to Prince Laurent of Belgium for honouring us with his presence, as well as to Jan D’haene, director of KCB, and Dennis Cluydts, general director of EhB, for their continued support.
And, of course, a standing ovation for conductor David De Geest, whose guidance and dedication shaped this evening into
a remarkable musical experience.
What a night! We are already looking forward to the next Choir Concert.