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SoundMine 

SoundMine 2025 – Deadline extended 15/06/25

Call for young composers! Apply now for SoundMine 2025, an intensive course dedicated to music creation across various genres.

Over the course of five days, you will receive expert guidance from a dedicated team, including Saskia Venegas, Diederik Glorieux, Jorrit Tamminga (electronics), and Hannes Vanlancker (engraving), as you develop and present your own composition.

This internationally oriented program offers a unique opportunity to connect with talented professionals from around the world, broadening your creative perspective in an inspiring global setting.

This year’s edition focuses on choral composition (in collaboration with the Flemish Radio Choir), immersing participants in the world of mixed and electronic music.

SoundMine goes beyond a traditional composition course by offering unique collaborations. A selection of participants will have the extraordinary opportunity to have their work performed by the Flemish Radio Choir (VRK).

When
Saturday, July 5 – Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Where
Landcommanderij Alden Biesen, Kasteelstraat 6, Bilzen

Who can apply?
Young composers aged 15 to 35 with a musical background and a passion for composition.

Cost
€480 (includes meals and accommodation in a shared twin room)

Selection process
This course is aimed at young professionals from around the world. Selection is based on motivation, portfolio, and potential.

Application – Due to logistics the deadline has been extended untill 15/06/25
Don’t miss this opportunity. Apply before May 1, 2025! Spots are limited.

Apply now!

SoundMine is a concept and production by Musica Impulse Centre in collaboration with the Flemish Radio Choir (VRK), HERMESensemble and Centre Henri Pousseur. With the support of Flanders.
In memory of Wim Henderickx, the visionary behind SoundMine.

May 2025: SoundMine 2024 closing concert at Antwerp Symphony Orchestra

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International Young Artist's Presentation 

The IYAP line-up has been announced!

Six young ensembles will showcase their talent during Laus Polyphoniae

[H]Éros Ensemble
Pont Baroque
Fortepiano Atelier
Les Trouveurs
Auroras Mestizas
Café1830

Promising young musicians with original ideas and a bright artistic career ahead present their work to the public after intensive coaching by international early music specialists. Discover the very best work of the selected IYAP ensembles in short showcases during this day of concerts at AMUZ on Saturday, August 23.

Discover the ensembles

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Herman Baeten passes chairmanship to Stef Coninx

We thank Herman Baeten [left] for his inexhaustible commitment as founder (1978), director (until 2014) and chairman (until 2025) of Musica. Now we welcome Stef Coninx to that chairman’s role.
Stef has already had an extensive and multifaceted career in the music sector. For instance, he was director of Muziekcentrum Vlaanderen and was responsible for international relations and classical music at Kunstenpunt. In addition to his current role as chairman, Stef is also actively involved at Alamire Foundation.

Meet the Musica team

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SoundMine 

SoundMine 2025 – Deadline extended 15/06/25

Call for young composers! Apply now for SoundMine 2025, an intensive course dedicated to music creation across various genres.

Over the course of five days, you will receive expert guidance from a dedicated team, including Saskia Venegas, Diederik Glorieux, Jorrit Tamminga (electronics), and Hannes Vanlancker (engraving), as you develop and present your own composition.

This internationally oriented program offers a unique opportunity to connect with talented professionals from around the world, broadening your creative perspective in an inspiring global setting.

This year’s edition focuses on choral composition (in collaboration with the Flemish Radio Choir), immersing participants in the world of mixed and electronic music.

SoundMine goes beyond a traditional composition course by offering unique collaborations. A selection of participants will have the extraordinary opportunity to have their work performed by the Flemish Radio Choir (VRK).

When
Saturday, July 5 – Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Where
Landcommanderij Alden Biesen, Kasteelstraat 6, Bilzen

Who can apply?
Young composers aged 15 to 35 with a musical background and a passion for composition.

Cost
€480 (includes meals and accommodation in a shared twin room)

Selection process
This course is aimed at young professionals from around the world. Selection is based on motivation, portfolio, and potential.

Application – Due to logistics the deadline has been extended untill 15/06/25
Don’t miss this opportunity. Apply before May 1, 2025! Spots are limited.

Apply now!

SoundMine is a concept and production by Musica Impulse Centre in collaboration with the Flemish Radio Choir (VRK), HERMESensemble and Centre Henri Pousseur. With the support of Flanders.
In memory of Wim Henderickx, the visionary behind SoundMine.

May 2025: SoundMine 2024 closing concert at Antwerp Symphony Orchestra

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Babelut Residencies 

Kidsrave

Kidsrave is a unique mini-disco designed for children aged 3 to 10. This innovative concept was created by Nikolas Lestaeghe and Casimir Franken. The club revolves around Belgian eurodance, gabber, and techno, with beats and smoke machines setting the scene. Unlike a traditional children’s disco, parents are kept out. This is a space where kids can dance freely and experiment with music and movement without any restrictions.

In the week of February 24, Nikolas and Casimir took up residency at Musica to develop the unique mini-disco for young children. On Thursday, February 27, and Saturday, March 1, they opened the doors for a few try-outs aimed at local schools and families.

Inside, DJ sets, actors, and interactive elements ensured that each age group could express themselves in their own way. The experience sparked their imagination and gave them a sense of independence and self-expression. After their first rave, the young partygoers left the club with a fresh perspective on freedom.

Collaboration between Musica Impulscentrum, Zonzo Compagnie, Bronks & C-takt.
Many thanks to Het Bos.

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New colleagues

We are expanding our Musica team with two talented new colleagues!

Graciano Dos Santos is an energetic and versatile artist. As the founder of Kleurrijk Entertainment, he connects diverse talent with various organizations. With extensive experience as a youth worker at Habbekrats VZW, a motivational speaker, and a performer, Graciano brings fresh energy and creativity to his role as an artistic collaborator at Musica.

Giulia Vismara, joins us as an experienced sound art expert and electroacoustic composer. She has an impressive background in music, sound, and artistic production, having worked with renowned institutions such as Q-O2, Overtoon, iMAL, and the Luigi Nono Foundation. Giulia is also a lecturer and researcher at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels and the Conservatory of Mons. Her expertise in sound art and interdisciplinary research will be a valuable addition to our work.

With Graciano and Giulia on board, we look forward to shaping the future of Musica together!

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