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The festival closes with Saint-Saëns' Fifth Piano Concerto, played by Kojiro Okada, and Beethoven's Ninth Symphony conducted by Bart Van Reyn.

What to expect

This closing concert ends the festival with music tied to Queen Elisabeth's commitment to peace and her curiosity about the world.

  • Saint-Saëns' Fifth Piano Concerto ('the Egyptian')
  • Soloist: Kojiro Okada
  • Beethoven's Ninth Symphony as the finale
  • Ode an die Freude in the final movement
  • Conducted by Bart Van Reyn
  • Orchestra, choir and soloists

Questions

When does Netherlands Chamber Orchestra start and end?

Netherlands Chamber Orchestra runs Saturday, 5 December 2026, 20:00 until 22:30.

Where is Netherlands Chamber Orchestra?

Netherlands Chamber Orchestra takes place at Flagey, Place Flagey Flageyplein, Ixelles.

How much are tickets for Netherlands Chamber Orchestra?

Tickets for Netherlands Chamber Orchestra cost €48 on the official ticket shop.

How do I book?

Book via the ticket link on the Visit Brussels page:

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What is on the programme?

Saint-Saëns' Fifth Piano Concerto, 'the Egyptian', performed by Kojiro Okada

Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, with orchestra, choir and soloists under Bart Van Reyn

What kind of concert is this?

It is the closing concert of the festival, built around Queen Elisabeth's commitment to peace and her curiosity about the world.

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Getting there

Flagey, Place Flagey Flageyplein, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BE

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