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Violet Besson Brass Quartet

A Taste of Music

Kobe Janssens, Francis Clifford, Lode Violet, Philip Sparke

What happens when Belgian beer tradition meets wind band culture? 

The brand-new three-movement Beer Suite by Kobe Janssens will receive its world premiere during A Taste of Music! His new work, inspired by pilsner, gueuze, and Trappist beer, will be performed by the renowned Violet Besson Brass Quartet.

But that’s not all: while you listen, you’ll taste the matching beers with expert commentary by beer sommelier Kathleen De Sutter. A fully developed non-alcoholic alternative is provided for each beer.

You’ll also hear: Entrada (2001) – Francis Clifford, Brass Quartet No. 1 (2017) – Lode Violet, Divertimento (1985–86) – Philip Sparke

In the mood for an evening full of Belgian culture, contemporary music and flavor?


This unique concert is organized by the Master’s students in Musicology at KU Leuven as part of Springboard 20·21, the educational project of Festival 20·21. 

Mon 9 Mar · 19:30

Programme

19:30

Entrada – Francis Clifford

Divertimento – Philip Sparke

  • Beer sommelier explains pilsner

Biersuite Part 1: 'Pils' – Kobe Janssens

  • Beer sommelier explains Trappist beer

Biersuite Part 2: 'Trappist'– Kobe Janssens

  • Beer sommelier explains gueuze

Biersuite Part 3: 'Geuze' – Kobe Janssens

Brass Quartet No. 1 – Lode Violet

21:30

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The ticket price includes beer tastings

A Taste of Music Mon 9 Mar 2026 · 19:30

Venue

STUKcafé

Naamsestraat 96
3000 Leuven