Eric Whitacre conducts lassenne vocale & Kaïros

This project aims to strengthen collaboration between the Vlaams Radiokoor and amateur choirs in Brussels by creating a shared and inspiring musical experience. While the Vlaams Radiokoor already maintains strong connections in Flanders, this initiative seeks to build deeper ties within the Brussels choral community by involving talented amateur ensembles such as Lassenne Vocale and KAÏROS.

The project will highlight the music of Eric Whitacre, who has lived in Belgium for several years and shares a close artistic relationship with the Vlaams Radiokoor. Known for his passion for education and artistic exchange, Whitacre will conduct his own works, offering amateur singers the rare opportunity to perform under his direction. The Vlaams Radiokoor will present The Sacred Veil, while the participating amateur choirs will perform Lux Aurumque and Bach (arr. Sandberg) – Come Sweet Death. Scheduled for October 2, 2026, at the Abbaye de la Cambre in Brussels, the project is designed with efficient preparation in mind, encouraging choirs to rehearse independently before coming together for joint rehearsals shortly before the performance. Ultimately, the initiative seeks to foster artistic excellence, community spirit, and meaningful collaboration within Brussels’ vibrant choral scene.

Date: October 2, 2026
Place: Abbaye de la Cambre, 1050 Ixelles
Time: 8.15pm

10th anniversary concert

Ten years ago, Lassenne Vocale began with a simple ambition: to explore the richness of choral music with curiosity, creativity, and a spirit of collaboration. This concert launches our 10th anniversary season—not by looking back, but by celebrating the music that continues to inspire us and the artistic path still unfolding ahead.

The program journeys through a kaleidoscope of contemporary choral voices, where moments of reflection and compassion give way to radiant light, vibrant color, and exuberant celebration. Alongside timeless texts reimagined by composers such as Ola Gjeilo, Eric Whitacre, Pēteris Vasks, and Elaine Hagenberg, we are delighted to present music by Jevgeņijs Ustinskovs and Gonçalo Lourenço, bringing fresh perspectives and distinctive musical languages to the evening.

The second half shifts into a more playful mood with John Rutter’s sparkling Birthday Madrigals, before concluding with Hagenberg’s By Night—a sweeping work for choir, violin, cello, piano, and percussion that captures the mystery, beauty, and boundless possibilities of the night.

As the first concert in our anniversary series, this evening celebrates not only a milestone, but also the excitement of discovering new music, forging new collaborations, and continuing to share unforgettable musical experiences together.

Date: December, 2026 (tba)
Place: tba
Time: tba

CHOIR TRIP TO SETÚBAL, PORTUGAL

For Spring 2027, Lassenne Vocale is delighted to announce an inspiring international collaboration with the Cetóbriga Chamber Choir, under the direction of Gonçalo Lourenço.

Bringing together two ensembles united by a shared passion for refined choral artistry, this project promises a vibrant exchange of musical traditions, colors, and perspectives. Audiences can look forward to a program that celebrates both the richness of contemporary choral writing and the expressive depth of the a cappella repertoire, shaped by the distinctive voices of both choirs.

More details will be revealed soon—stay tuned for what is set to be a memorable musical encounter.

Date: Spring 2027
Place: Setúbal, Portugal
Time: tba