Universal Marimba Competition Belgium

Universal Marimba Competition Belgium Universal Marimba Competition Belgium. Under the High Patronage of Her Majesty Queen Paola.

The Universal Marimba Competition, located in the heart of Europe and acclaimed as one of the most prestigious in the World, gathers the marimba around the globe and foster cross cultural understanding. It has been dedicated with success to promote the popularization and development of the marimba art and culture, sparing no efforts in supporting leading artists and prize winners. Unique in the Wo

rld, the competition offers aside marimba solo & composition (biennial) also the discipline marimba duo and chamber music for ensembles from duo till quintet with all instrumental combinations (quadrennial) This event is set as a two yearly annual music celebration continuously inviting for the festival top acts and brilliant artistry. The competition received from 2011 the High Patronage of Her Majesty Queen Paola, a Royal honor for the first time presented to a marimba competition worldwide. The additional International Percussion Competition for the Youth was founded in 2015 with the purpose to support and discover young talent. The competition welcomed over 800 candidates from all continents and presents each edition as jury and performing festival artists a topflight of world leading artists. Its position as the leading marimba competition is reflected by the established endorsing contracts and embarking careers of passed laureates and their presence nowadays as leading marimbists of the new generation in the international music scene. It is with proud to witness their artistic growth, international recognition and presence as most high classed performers of the new generation. The impressive offered prizes for each edition with a value up to 70.000 Euro contributed to the competition's top ranking position worldwide. It's without doubt that this ground-breaking event keeps marking internationally a brand new milestone of the marimba, providing an inspirational stage for top performers and candidates and presenting all visitors a unique music experience. The Universal Marimba Competition will celebrate its 20 years anniversary in 2020. The 8th edition will take place in July 2020 (postponed to 2021) for Marimba Solo, Chamber Music and Composition. The Chamber Music category welcomes marimba ensembles from duo till quintet and/or ensembles for marimba with all kind of instrumental combinations (vibraphone, strings, wind, accordion, saxophone.... In addition, the 3rd edition of the International Percussion Youth competition will take place during the closing festival. We are looking forward to welcome you in Belgium and wish you a great marimba time. All information will be announced on the website www.marimbacompetition.com

01/06/2026
05/05/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 15 JUNE,
APPLY NOW for the Universal Marimba YOUTH Competition Belgium 16-18 July 2026. Marimba Solo & Marimba Duo. (Category A & B - 12 to 21 years). Be part of the 5th Youth Edition and the 25th Anniversary of the Universal World’s Leading Stage of Marimba Excellence. Emperor Hall & Academic Hall, city Sint-Truiden. www.marimbacompetition.com / Art. Director: Dr. Ludwig Albert / Executive directors: Foo Pui Yee & Rodrigo F. Marques 🇧🇪

04/05/2026

ORDER NOW SET CONCERTO 2026 - 🆕New release! 🔥Universal Marimba Competition Belgium 2026.

🎶HEARTWOOD Concerto for Marimba Solo & Symphonic Orchestra (Piano Reduction). Powerful, expressive, and deeply rooted in the natural resonance of the marimba, HEARTWOOD is an exciting new concerto by Ludwig Albert and Rodrigo F. Marques.

This compelling work, exploring the full expressive voice and range of the marimba, from warm, lyrical passages to virtuosic brilliance, unfolds 3 movements for 4 & 6 Mallets:
I. Forged in Rhythm
II. Song of the Brave
III. Echoes of the Hero
Written for marimba soloist and symphonic orchestra, this edition presents the piano reduction, making it ideal for rehearsals, study, and performance preparation. The concerto explores rich harmonic colors, rhythmic vitality, and dramatic dialogue between the soloist and the orchestra, offering performers a rewarding and dynamic concert work. As obligatory Concerto of the Universal Marimba Competition, Belgium, July 2026, Heartwood is a new addition to the international marimba repertoire for advanced performers, competitions, and concert stages.
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09/04/2026

Upcoming masterclasses: “Body controlled marimba sound production”, in Portugal 10-11 April: University of Evora & Philharmonic Society Loulé. Looking forward to meet you all. Hugs Ludwig. Próximas masterclasses: “Produção de som na marimba com controlo corporal”, em Portugal, 10–11 de abril: Universidade de Évora e Sociedade Filarmónica de Loulé.
Ansioso por encontrar-vos a todos.
Abraços,
Ludwig.

07/04/2026

THE MAGIC OF MARIMBA IN THE MOTHER CHURCH OF LOULÉ – April 12, 2026 , Portugal, 17h00.

There is something special about the warm, surrounding sound of the marimba. Every note vibrates with depth, almost as if it tells a story. Marimba magic will come to life in a concert at the Mother Church of Loulé, featuring the unique marimba Triple Concerto “The Universe” by Ludwig Albert.

An unmissable encounter with renowned marimba soloists & Adams Artists Dr. Ludwig Albert (Belgium) and his Portuguese formal students Rodrigo Marques and Vasco Ramalho, where the marimba gains even more dimension in dialogue with the Philharmonic Band of Loulé (Banda da Sociedade Filarmónica Artistas de Minerva de Loulé).

A MAGIA DA MARIMBA NA IGREJA MATRIZ DE LOULÉ – 12 de abril, 2026, Portugal, 17h00.

Há algo de especial no som quente e envolvente da marimba. Cada nota vibra com profundidade, quase como se contasse uma história. A magia da marimba ganhará vida num concerto na Igreja Matriz de Loulé, apresentando o singular Concerto Triplo para marimba “The Universe” de Ludwig Albert.

Um encontro imperdível com os aclamados solistas de marimba e Adams artistas Dr. Ludwig Albert (Bélgica) e os seus antigos alunos portugueses Rodrigo Marques e Vasco Ramalho, onde a marimba ganha ainda mais dimensão em diálogo com a Banda Filarmónica de Loulé (Banda da Sociedade Filarmónica Artistas de Minerva de Loulé).

04/04/2026

From the wonderful blooming Fields of my hometown Haspengouw, sending you Easter wishes wrapped in happiness. May this season of Renewal fill your life with beautiful new beginnings. Let your heart bloom like spring blossom in shades of purple and joy. Loves Ludwig,

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