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Cluster artists in the running for an award
Global Music Ensemble, BASta! en Ghent Folk Violin Project zijn genomineerd voor de Flanders Folk Awards die tijdens de Week van de Belgische Muziek worden uitgereikt.

Fiddlers on the Move #11
From 18 to 22 February, Ghent becomes the beating heart of the folk fiddle, with music from all corners of the world, workshops, and jam sessions.

These were the Global Music Showcases ’25
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming no fewer than 90 music professionals to the 11th edition of the Global Music Showcases. Here's a look back!

The Napoli Sessions releases new album
The Napoli Sessions by The City’s Song is out now! A vibrant musical and visual portrait of Naples, blending traditional folk music with modern rhythms.

Triveni presents its debut album as a trio
Led by accordionist Barbara Ardenois, the project takes you on an intimate musical journey infused with Scandinavian influences, unveiling its debut album this autumn.

GFVP goes to India
On September 16, they will be performing at the World Cultural Festival in Bangalore, presenting a unique program alongside guest musicians Philip Masure, Harald Bauweraerts and Bart Van Troyen.

Global Music Showcases ’25
On Monday, October 13, we’re shaking up De Casino in Sint-Niklaas with our annual showcases: eight fresh global music projects for the professional music scene to discover.

From sun-drenched festivals to a soulful autumn tour – experience The Napoli Sessions live!
The Napoli Sessions breathe life into the soul of Naples with a blazing fusion of music and visuals. Catch them on summer festival stages and on tour through Flanders this fall!

GFVP releases the brand-new album OGOPOGO!
The Ghent Folk Violin Project is back with new music! OGOPOGO takes you on an adventurous journey through European traditional music, enriched with surprising crossovers.

You can now experience Rumi Passion on album – out now!
Let yourself be carried away at home by the music of the breathtaking performance Rumi Passion, inspired by the poetry and timeless wisdom of Persian poet Rumi.

Barbara Ardenois goes into residency with Triveni
Music that slows down, quiets, and creates space for wonder. Barbara Ardenois continues developing her Triveni project together with Scandinavian musicians during her residency in Ronse.

Fiddlers on the Move #10
Dive into the world of folk violin from across the globe during five unforgettable days of workshops, concerts, and jam sessions in the heart of Ghent!

Cluster artists nominated for the Flanders Folk Awards & Belgian Worldwide Music Awards ’25!
Maarten Decombel, Wouter Vandenabeele, Sara Salvérius and Barbara Ardenois have made their mark over the past year and are now in the running for awards in the folk and world music scene.

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Chansons in China
Violinist Wouter Vandenabeele will be touring China in early December with his project Chansons pour les oiseaux qui ne savent pas voler!