Participating choirs
Leuven beKOORt warmly welcomes the following choirs:
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Adelante (Kessel-Lo)
conducted by Pieterjan Osaer
Vrijthof Town Hall 15:00 | Radio House 16:30
varied music
A choir of some 20 young adults singing very diverse songs: liturgical, pop, modern, early music, rock and cabaret.
www.kooradelante.be -
Agur (Duffel)
conducted by Jan Haemels
Joris Helleputteplein 15:00 | 30CC/Predikherenkerk 16:30
world music / gospel
This 90-strong solidarity choir performs world music from the Maori over South Africa to Ukraine. Songs about war, peace and hope. Music with a message.
www.agur.be
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Al Dente (Leefdaal)
conducted by Marc Justaert
Father Damien Crypt 13:30 | STUK Café 15:00
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
This choir mainly sings baroque works, but also beautiful works from other times. Mainly four-part songs from the Flemish Golden Age to beyond Johann Sebastian Bach. From mischievous May songs to religious chorales.
www.kamerkooraldente.be
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Amandi Consort (Ghent)
conducted by Patrick Moeyaert
Vrijthof Town Hall 14:15 | Chapel Irish College 16:30
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
A mixed vocal ensemble with experienced choristers sings a surprising programme from a wide repertoire.
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Anahita (Keerbergen)
conducted by Sofia Chacon
Chapel Holland College 14:15 | STUK Café 16:30
varied music
Anahita stands for beauty and purity. The choir performs an attractive and surprising repertoire of classical and contemporary choral songs. All genres are covered.
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Arion (Leuven)
conducted by Dries Feyaerts
Garden Irish College 14:15 | Chapel Holland College 16:30
varied music
A young, cheerful ladies’ choir that loves making music together. Preferably, they perform a mix of classical and modern choral music, with the occasional hint of pop thrown in.
www.arion-leuven.be -
BelSide (Denderbelle)
conducted by Liesbet Borgman
Gothic Hall Town Hall 14:15 | Garden RCH Dijlehof 16:30
pop / rock
A mixed choir with a wide repertoire. From folk, pop, musical, rock to cabaret. BelSide does not shy away from any musical challenge.
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Boboto (Mechelen)
conducted by Hilde Van Belle
Chapel Irish College 13:30 | Garden RCH Dijlehof 15:45
world music / gospel
The music of this solidarity choir reflects the connection with people from other cultures and religions.
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Camerata Aetas Nova (Leuven)
conducted by Dieter Staelens
Garden RCH Dijlehof 13:30 | Chapel Holland College 15:45
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
This vocal ensemble listens attentively to established international choral music, but also delves into promising home-grown contemporary compositions.
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Cantate (Aarschot)
conducted by Tineke Verlooy
Party Hall Paridaens Institute 13:30 | Ramberg Park 15:00
varied music
This four-voice mixed choir translates notes into musical emotions. The choir performs varied music and is at the heart of the Aarschot Volkoren choir festival.
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Cantarelli Mannenkoor (Leuven)
conducted by Tim De Belder
STUK Café 13:30 | Radio House 15:45
varied music
A dynamic male choir from Leuven associated with the Flemish Brabant Rainbow House.
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Cantico (Buggenhout)
conducted by Maarten Vergauwen
Chapel Irish College 15:00 | Vrijthof Town Hall 16:30
varied music
This mixed choir performs varied music, from contemporary classical to pop and jazz.
www.cantico.be -
Cantope (Pepingen)
conducted by Rudy Baron
Ramberg Park 14:15 | STUK Café 15:45
varied music
The repertoire is very varied and consists of polyphonic music, ecclesiastical but mainly secular songs from all countries. Different genres and style periods.
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Canzonetta (Kessel-Lo)
conducted by Dieter Staelens
30CC/Predikherenkerk 15:00 | Joris Helleputteplein 16:30
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
This mixed adult choir enthusiastically performs polyphonic music, both religious works and secular songs.
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Cappella Concinite (Leuven)
conducted by Alexandros Kavvadas
Chapel Holland College 13:30 | Saint Anthony’s Chapel 15:00
classical music
This women’s choir, with a long Leuven tradition, has about 25 enthusiastic singers. The repertoire includes both secular and religious choral music, with a special focus on contemporary choral works.
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Chèvremonts Mannenkoor 1912 (Kerkrade, NL)
conducted by Veron Jongstra
Chapel Holy Trinity College 14:15 | Garden Holland College 16:30
varied music
This choir performs both classical and modern songs. It sings in various languages. This choir won awards at various choir festivals.
www.facebook.com
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Clari Cantores (Kessel-Lo)
conducted by Michiel Haspeslagh
Garden Irish College 13:30 | Chapel Holy Trinity College 15:00
varied music
This mixed adult choir sings a varied programme including Mozart, Haydn and Bach alongside Baroque classics, English choral music and contemporary works by, among others, Withacre.
www.claricantores.be -
Clari Cantus (Kessel-Lo)
conducted by Pieter-Jan Van den Broeck
Garden Holland College 13:30 | Saint Anthony’s Chapel 15:45
youth choir
This mixed youth choir sings a varied polyphonic repertoire and can look back to a rich record of achievements with several awards.
www.claricantus.be -
Dames & Heren (Erps-Kwerps)
conducted by Jan De Koninck
Gothic Hall Town Hall 15:00 | Olevodroom 16:30
pop / rock
This pop choir performs recognisable pop music in a cappella version, with fresh choreography on top.
www.damesenheren.be
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Damesensemble Cantabella (Turnhout)
conducted by Els Germonpré
Vrijthof Town Hall 13:30 | Saint Peter’s Church 15:00
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
This choir focuses on a varied selection of classical and contemporary choral music and also treats the audience to musical gems from traditional world music with Oriental and Nordic touches.
www.damesensemble-cantabella.be -
De kleine Johannes Jeugdkoor (Blanden)
conducted by Carine Spiloes
30CC/Wagehuys 13.30 uur | Dijlepark 15.00 uur
youth choir
This youth choir sings, participates in recordings or takes part in festivals with only one goal: to make music together and have a lot of fun doing so. They perform their varied repertoire with the right expression and a colour palette of emotions in various styles and languages.
www.dekleinejohannes.be -
Dudoka (Ghent)
conducted by Siewald Degraeve
Saint Peter’s Church 13:30 | Garden Irish College 15:00
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
This choir sings songs from late romanticism to innovative music of the 21st century. They perform gems of modern classical music through new musical forms and choral sounds. They are currently working on a programme around American music and composers.
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Feel Good (Beringen)
conducted by Eve Kenis
Gothic Hall Town Hall 13:30 | Olevodroom 15:00
varied music
This enthusiastic female choir sings a wide repertoire: pop-rock music, light-classical music, Disney classics, Christmas carols, folk songs, etc.
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Fine-tuned (Sint-Niklaas)
conducted by Sofie Bauwens
Radio House 15:00 | Party Hall Paridaens Institute 16:30
varied music
These 20 or so enthusiastic singers have diverse musical background and mix a repertoire from pop and rock through Christmas repertoire, film, jazz, classical, recent Norwegian choral music and musical into a musical multi-course menu.
www.fine-tuned.be -
Gadalia (Jodoigne)
conducted by Séverine Delforge
Saint Anthony’s Chapel 14:15 | Dyle Park 15:45
varied music
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Hadricantus (Wijgmaal)
conducted by Jolien Vandevelde
Joris Helleputteplein 14:15 | Chapel Holy Trinity College 15:45
varied music
A four-voice village choir that brings people together through varied music and events, inside and outside the village.
www.hadricantus.be -
Infinitù (Liège)
conducted by Dominique Fagard
Father Damien Crypt 14:15 | 30CC/Chapel Romaanse Poort 16:30
world music / gospel
Fifteen singers explore, enjoy and share a cappella melodies, rhythms and harmonies from all cultures.
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Kamerkoor Koordinaat (Heverlee)
conducted by Sybrand Maertens
Chapel Holland College 15:00 | Garden Irish College 16:30
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
Variety trumps the repertoire. Early music, classical music as well as contemporary compositions are on the programme, with a special focus on Flemish choral music. They also favour close harmony.
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Kamerkoor Orlando (Heverlee)
conducted by Ann De Lentacker
30CC/Chapel Romaanse Poort 14:15 | Father Damien Crypt 16:30
classical music
This chamber choir focuses on polyphony from various countries. Polyphonic a cappella Renaissance music (16th - 17th centuries).
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Kamerkoor Quadrofolia (Heule)
conducted by Bart Lesage
Saint Anthony’s Chapel 13:30 | Garden Holland College 15:00
varied music
This polyphonic chamber choir sings from madrigal to musical, Flemish to Hawaiian, profane and religious, classical or jazz, a cappella or with djembe. Their trademark: creativity, originality and musical quality.
www.quadrofolia.be -
Karibuni (Haacht)
conducted by Joseph Missa
Party Hall Paridaens Institute 14:15 | Garden Irish College 15:45
world music / gospel
African gospel repertoire. Mainly African-liturgical songs in Lingala, Zulu, Swahili or other languages/dialects. The songs come from countries such as Congo, Cameroon, Nigeria and South Africa.
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Keereweerom (Hoegaarden)
conducted by Mieke De Roeck
Dyle Park 13:30 | 30CC/Wagehuys 15:00
world music / gospel
This solidarity choir wants to make solidarity, tolerance, justice and freedom audible and tangible through music. From Bach to the Beatles.
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Koninklijk Kinderkoor De Orgelpijpjes (Heverlee)
conducted by Katrien Konings
30CC/Wagehuys 14:15 | Garden Holland College 15:45
youth choir
This children’s choir has been around for 60 years but is alive and kicking. It performs a varied programme with songs from past and present, from everywhere and in various languages.
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Koninklijke Zangvereniging Nijmeegs Mannenkoor (Nijmegen, NL)
conducted by Dion Ritten
30CC/Predikherenkerk 13:30 | Joris Helleputteplein 15:45
varied music
This men’s choir performs a varied repertoire in various languages. In addition to original men’s choir music, they also sing opera, operetta and musical pieces.
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Kooriander (Landen)
conducted by Kris Appeltans
Joris Helleputteplein 13:30 | Party Hall Paridaens Institute 15:00
varied music
Kooriander refers to the ancient and spicy-tasting herb coriander. The choir brews up a mix of all kinds of styles into a delicious musical cocktail. The choir attaches great importance to togetherness.
www.kooriander.be
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Kooruwel (Leuven)
conducted by Pieter Nevejans
Garden Holland College 14:15 | 30CC/Predikherenkerk 15:45
varied music
KOORUWEL sings songs from 0 to 500 years old, in three to eight voices, from classical to more recent and lighter works. Since 2022, KOORUWEL and 30CC organize the biennial choir festival Leuven beKOORt.
www.kooruwel.be -
Leuvens Meisjeskoor (Leuven)
conducted by Nicole Boogaerts
30CC/Predikherenkerk 14:15 | Chapel Holy Trinity College 16:30
youth choir
This children and youth choir enjoys making music together. The name of the choir deliberately refers to the ‘leuvely’ city of Leuven.
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Meerdaal Vocaal (Blanden)
conducted by Ellen Honee
Dyle Park 14:15 | Saint Anthony’s Chapel 16:30
varied music
This choir enjoys singing all kinds of genres and styles, with a great sense of humour and creativity.
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Oh Lala Zie Doa (Westerlo)
conducted by Mich Colaers
Garden RCH Dijlehof 15:00 | 30CC/Wagehuys 16:30
varied music
This group of 29 women perform a cappella music with a message that is sometimes serious then fun, and with a wink. During a performance, they always sing without scores, from world music to pop and in all languages.
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Organum (Leuven)
conducted by Monique Van Boom
Chapel Holy Trinity College 13:30 | Ramberg Park 15:45
varied music
Four- to eight-part choral music. They combine music from the Renaissance or Baroque period with contemporary compositions and popular tunes.
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Parcoeur/Mezoblebi (Kessel-Lo)
conducted by Leen Van Nuland
Chapel Irish College 14:15 | Father Damien Crypt 15:45
world music / gospel
This choir mainly performs folk songs and songs from around the world. The repertoire grew into a variety of traditional Georgian songs. Distant neighbours sing along, which is Mezoblebi. -
Polonia Cantante (Leuven)
conducted by Maja Peszko
Ramberg Park 13:30 | 30CC/Chapel Romaanse Poort 15:00
varied music
This adult choir was founded at the Polish School Leuven, named after W. Szymborska. They perform varied music with gusto.
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Popkoor ItTakes4 (Edegem)
conducted by Karen De Wilde
Garden RCH Dijlehof 14:15 | Gothic Hall City Hall 16:30
pop / rock
A four-part mixed pop choir. They sing mainly English-language pop and rock, with forays into other languages and genres.
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Schola Gregoriana Sainnensis (Sint-Pieters-Leeuw)
conducted by Joachim Kelecom
Saint Peter’s Church 14:15 | Chapel Irish College 15:45
religious music
Gregorian music, but nothing stuffy or corny. This choir from the Zenne Valley and Pajottenland brings a surprising and hushed repertoire for a fine-listening audience.
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Showkoor Upbeat (Leuven)
conducted by Fien Sleeuwagen and Isa Peirens
Olevodroom 13:30 | Gothic Hall Town Hall 15:45
pop / rock
This show choir is a musical project of ARTBIJ, an organisation that creates opportunities for young people and young adults to express themselves on a stage. They perform a wide variety of acts, from intimate songs and funny skits to party tunes.
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Terpander (Leuven)
conducted by Koen Vits
Radio House 14:15 | 30CC/Chapel Romaanse Poort 15:45
varied music
This men’s choir sings choral music from different styles, times and strains. The repertoire consists of modern and contemporary music, but romantic and ‘old’ composers are also featured.
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The Flat Nuts (Leuven)
conducted by Lieve Van Look
Olevodroom 14:15 | 30CC/Wagehuys 15:45
pop / rock
The Flat Nuts sing pop and rock songs, recent hits and oldies, well-known sing-alongs but also almost forgotten gems. Sparkling sounds, a fine stage vibe and fun are guaranteed.
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Trinid Singers (Leuven)
conducted by Nicole Boogaerts
30CC/Chapel Romaanse Poort 13.30 | Father Damien Crypt 15.00
vocal ensemble / chamber choir
This choir performs religious and profane polyphonic music by classical and modern tone poets. A varied programme from the Renaissance period to masses and contemporary chants. But also spirituals, gospel songs and popular modern music. Often in close harmony arrangements.
www.trinid-singers.be -
Vocal Ecstacy (Scherpenheuvel-Zichem)
conducted by Evi Bex
Radio House 13:30 | Vrijthof Town Hall 15:45
pop / rock
This vocal group of enthusiastic ladies performs weathered pop music. A vocal and rhythmic performance.
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Wodan Skalden (Heverlee)
conducted by Laurens-Alexander Wyns
STUK Café 14:15 | Party Hall Paridaens Institute 15:45
varied music
This mixed polyphonic adult choir performs classical and varied music, sometimes with solo parts.
wodanskalden.wordpress.com
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Start to Sing
Sing-along session for everyone
offered by KOOR&STEM vzw
Olevodrome 15:45pm
Everyone is welcome and can sing along, led by Hans Primusz. This is the start of the Start to Sing campaign, launched by vzw Koor & Stem.
www.start-to-sing.be