Brussels Chamber Ensemble

16/07/2026

It has been already over a month since the final notes echoed through Studio 4 at Flagey but the warmth of that evening hasn’t faded one bit. Looking back at these photographs we realize that the true magic of that night wasn’t just in the flawless harmony of Beethoven or the powerful Cypriot melodies - it was in the small, unforgettable human details. 🎻❤️

These frames capture what we cherish the most: the genuine smiles of relief backstage, the intense emotions shared across the music stands and the tight, heartfelt hugs that followed weeks of immense dedication. 🫂🌟

Thank you for being a part of this journey with us.

23/06/2026

We are still absolutely spellbound by the magic of our sold-out concert at Flagey. Bringing together the beautiful, heartfelt melodies of Cyprus and the sheer power of Beethoven was a journey we will never forget. 🎻🎵

To our incredible audience: Thank you for filling Studio 4 with such incredible energy, for your standing ovations and for sharing these unforgettable moments with us!

To our brilliant soloists and choir: A massive and heartfelt thank you to Alex Panayi, Anna Mathioudaki and the spectacular Hellenic Choir of Brussels - beautifully prepared by Christos Gkakoudis. Your breathtaking talent, passion and voices brought the true soul of Cypriot music to life and moved everyone in the audience. It was an absolute honor to share the stage with you all! 🎤🎶❤️

To the friends of our orchestra: Thank you for your unwavering support, your trust and for helping us bridge cultures through the power of music. This success belongs to all of us. 🤝✨

To our sponsors and partners: We extend our deepest gratitude for your vital support and sponsorship. Your generosity and belief in our mission are what make grand cultural projects of this scale possible, allowing us to bring communities together on the big stage. 💼🌟

The musical journey doesn’t stop here! We are thrilled to invite you to our next grand celebration marking the end of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU taking place on December 8, 2026! 🇮🇪
Make sure to mark your calendars - you don’t want to miss what we have in store.

📲 Don’t miss a beat: Hit that follow button and stay tuned to our profile for behind-the-scenes content, musician spotlights and early updates on tickets for our upcoming projects!

📸 And last but not least - enjoy the official photos made by Dejan Romih below! Relive the raw emotions and the beautiful moments that made this night truly magical. We hope these frames bring back the exact warmth and energy we all felt in the hall!

With love and gratitude,
The Brussels Chamber Ensemble

18/06/2026

While we patiently wait for the official photos and video recap from our incredible Saturday concert at Flagey, let’s go behind the scenes with a quick game! 🎬👀

Ever wondered what our musicians prefer? Tuning timpani or defending the Commission in court? Practicing double stops or giving legal advice? ⚖️🥁

Drop a comment below if you would also choose sight-reading over checking your email inbox! 👇

Stay tuned – the official concert highlights are coming your way very soon! 🎥🇨🇾🇪🇺

16/06/2026

14/06/2026

The adrenaline, the energy and the pure joy: the concert effect! 🎶✨

We are still on a high from yesterday’s performance! Bringing Beethoven’s 5th Symphony and traditional Cypriot music to a packed Studio 4 at Flagey was a dream come true.

See how the energy shifted backstage before and after the big moment:

Alex Panayi - from high-voltage pre-concert nerves to post-concert celebration (still crazy, of course! 💐🤪)
Anna Mathioudaki - going from focused backstage moments to a beaming smile 🎤🌸
Clio Zois - our incredible conductor, from intense concentration in the hall to pure exhaustion and happiness 🎼🙌
Laura Esnaola - our wonderful concertmaster, wrapping up a night of absolute focus and leading the orchestra with the perfect post-concert glow 🎻✨

THANK YOU to everyone who came and shared this unforgettable evening with us. This wouldn’t be possible without our amazing audience, artists and everyone who contributed to this performance. 🇪🇺🇨🇾

Now it’s time to rest… until the next project! 🤫✨

12/06/2026

We are officially SOLD OUT! 🇨🇾🔥

Studio 4 at Flagey is completely full again and it’s all thanks to YOU! The response to this special evening has been incredible and we couldn't be more grateful.

This Saturday we mark a grand finale of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU, we will be performing beautiful, traditional Cypriot songs together with our soloists and the Hellenic Choir of Brussels alongside with monumental Beethoven’s 5th Symphony! 🎶🌍

Swipe left to see a sneak peek from our final rehearsals and watch the special invitations from the most amazing soloists – Alex Panayi and Anna Mathioudaki! 🎤✨ They will guide us through deeply moving Cypriot songs like Sti Fotia, Tillirkotissa and To Giasemin (The Jasmine Tree).

To everyone who secured their tickets: get ready for an unforgettable night of celebration, diverse cultures and powerful music. We can't wait to see you in the audience!

To those who missed out this time: make sure to follow our page so you don't miss our future concerts and upcoming projects! In fact, you can already save the date for our next musical celebration for the end of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU on December 8, 2026! 🇮🇪🇪🇺
Get your tickets here: https://www.flagey.be/en/agenda/irish-eu-presidency-concert-tw5c

See you very soon!

📅 Saturday, June 13 | 19:30

📍 Flagey, Studio 4

09/06/2026

With only 4 days to go to our next concert (which is ALMOST sold out! 🥰🎶), the BCE is very excited to announce its partnership with the IFPI, the international record label federation, for the coming 2026/2027 season! Our orchestra is looking forward to continue to make European music thrive in our upcoming EU Presidency Concerts! 🎶🌟🇪🇺

We share some footage of yesterday’s official partnership launch, where three of our orchestra’s musicians, Julian, Lucía and Beatriz, performed works by Schubert and Gardel for the occasion!

08/06/2026

Can you spot the impostor? 🕵️‍♂️🎻

Our orchestra is a unique mix of professional music students and passionate people coming from all kinds of backgrounds. 🌍💼✨

We challenged our musicians to swap roles and try playing instruments completely different from their own. Some of them totally nailed it, some... well, points for trying! 😂

Let's play a game. Watch the video and drop your guesses in the comments: Who was the most convincing impostor? 👇

Don't worry, during our concert everyone will be playing their actual instruments! 🤫 Come see the real magic:
📅 June 13, 2026 | 19:30
📍 Flagey, Studio 4

🎟️ We would love to share this evening with you. Find more details and secure your tickets here: https://www.flagey.be/en/agenda/sounds-of-cyprus-and-beethoven-s-5th-symphony-62yb