About
Swedish violinist Ava Bahari performs a programme built around Bach's Violin Partita No. 2, with Kaija Saariaho's Frises and a new commission from Anders Hillborg, at Paleis voor Schone Kunsten, Brussels, on 22 November 2026.
What to expect
Eugène Ysaÿe was inspired after a concert with Bach's Sonatas and Partitas, and the programme starts from Bach's Violin Partita No. 2.
It also includes Kaija Saariaho's Frises (2012) for violin and electronics, which connects to the last notes of the Partita, and a commissioned work by Anders Hillborg for Ava Bahari.
- Ava Bahari is an ECHO Rising Star.
- Bach inspires musicians three centuries after his death.
- Intimate acoustic concert for Klein Kasteeltje residents.
- Afterwards residents and artist meet and talk.
- In collaboration with Fedasil and Orfeo.
- Supported by Stichting van Well van der Snoek.
- Suitable for all ages.
- Please keep quiet during the whole concert.
Questions
When does Ava Bahari - ECHO Rising Star start and end?
Ava Bahari - ECHO Rising Star runs Sunday, 22 November 2026, 11:00 until 12:00.
Where is Ava Bahari - ECHO Rising Star?
Ava Bahari - ECHO Rising Star takes place at Paleis voor Schone Kunsten, Ravensteinstraat 23, Brussel.
What is on the programme?
The programme starts from Bach's Violin Partita No. 2.
It includes Kaija Saariaho's Frises (2012) for violin and electronics.
It includes a commissioned work by Anders Hillborg for Ava Bahari.
Is there a private concert?
Yes, Ava Bahari gives an intimate acoustic concert for residents of Klein Kasteeltje, a shelter for people on the run.
Afterwards there is time for meeting, conversation and exchange between the artist and residents.
In collaboration with Fedasil and Orfeo.
Is the concert suitable for all ages?
Yes, the concert is suitable for all ages.
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Getting there
Paleis voor Schone Kunsten, Ravensteinstraat 23, 1000 Brussel, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE
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