On Nov. 14, Belgian harpist Anneleen Lenaerts will give the world premiere of a new harp concerto written by her brother Wouter Lenaerts. The concerto, titled Maiestas, is dedicated to King Philippe of Belgium. The premiere is part of a gala concert honoring the 10th anniversary of King Philippe’s reign.
The Vienna Philharmonic principal harpist will premiere the concerto with the Royal Symphonic Band of the Belgian Guides at 8 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the Bozar Centre for Fine Arts in Brussels. For more information, view the event listing. In advance of the world premiere, Lenaerts is recording the concerto at Galaxy Studios in Belgium, also with the Belgian military band.
Check out our cover interview with Lenaerts in the May/June 2015 issue of Harp Column. To learn more about Lenaerts, visit her website.
