We are intrigued how space and surroundings inspire and create people's identity. Therefore we talk about associations between architecture and music, film, photography, dance, theatre and gastronomy. Talking about themes such as context, atmosphere, empathy, beauty, tradition, culture, generosity and attachment, informal conversations provide insights into the associations that surround us.
FEDERICO ALBANESE
Federico Albanese (1982) is a composer born in Milan, Italy. He started studying piano and clarinet as a child and played in several bands before becoming a solo-artist. Federico worked for 5 years as propman for several film sets which made him understand the power of the connection between visuals and music. It was a guidance to develop his personal musical path. Nowadays he combines classical music, pop and ambient music.
Federico’s debut album got released in 2014, titled as "The Houseboat and the Moon". Soon after this he released “The Blue Hour” in 2016 and “By the Deep Sea” in 2018.
JEF NEVE
Jef Neve (1977) is a Belgian jazz and classical music pianist and composer. He already became a prominent figure in his homeland and his reputation is rapidly spreading to the rest of the world. With the 'Jef Neve Trio', he has traveled on successful tours from Canada to Japan, from Denmark to Australia. He developed his own personal language, where he combines his love for classical music and jazz.
Besides his own compositions, Jef wrote multiple soundtracks for movies, series, documentaries and events including “In Flanders Fields”, “The Broken Circle Breakdown” and “Carnotstraat 17".
WIM VANDEKEYBUS
Wim Vandekeybus (1963) is a Belgian choreographer, dancer, director and photographer. In the mid-eighties he founded his dance company Ultima Vez in Brussels and made his debut with “What the body does not remember” in 1987 which won a Bessie (an award granted for groundbreaking work). His second performance “Les porteuses de mauvaises nouvelles” in 1989 was also honoured with the same award.
In his unique style, Wim has created milestones in the development of modern dance throughout the years, both at home and abroad.
ED CARLSEN
Ed Carlsen is a composer and producer born in Sardinia, Italy. Professionally trained as a guitarist, he used his own compositions as a foundation to discover the piano. This gave him an unconventional approach to learn and get to know this new instrument. He blends elements from modern classical music with electronic beats and ambient soundscapes.
Ed released his first album “Elusive Frames” in 2017, followed by “Morning Hour” in 2019 and “The Journey Tapes” in 2020.