Brussels Jazz Orchestra live in Bruges

Experience Brussels Jazz Orchestra live on November 28th

Brussels Jazz Orchestra (BJO) will perform at the Concertgebouw in Bruges, Belgium on November 28, 2026. BJO is a highly regarded large ensemble known for its diverse repertoire spanning traditional big band jazz to contemporary compositions and collaborations with artists across genres. They frequently commission new works and are recognized for their technically proficient and dynamically expressive performances, often incorporating elements of modern improvisation and orchestral arrangements.

The Concertgebouw Bruges opened in 2022 and is designed by Robbert Jan van der Veen and Paulien Demeyer of architectural firm Robbrecht en Daem. It’s not a traditional concert hall in the sense of being solely dedicated to classical music; rather, it’s conceived as a multi-functional cultural center accommodating a wide range of performing arts. The building’s design emphasizes acoustic quality alongside visual aesthetics, featuring a shoebox-shaped hall with adjustable acoustics to suit different performance types. Notably, the hall's wooden interior construction contributes significantly to its sound characteristics. The venue aims to be an accessible space fostering both established and emerging artists within the region and beyond. It is intended as a successor to the original Concertgebouw which was demolished in 1986.