A three-day event that opens with a concert on 27 March 2026, followed by two days of masterclasses on 28 and 29 March.
Gary Hoffman, one of the most prominent cellists of his generation, is renowned for his profound musicality and his commitment to passing on his knowledge. A former student of the Juilliard School and winner of the Rostropovich Competition, he has performed with major orchestras around the world, while remaining deeply involved in teaching and mentoring young musicians. The programme includes works by Bloch, Chopin and Rachmaninov.
This concert and masterclasses are part of Conservamus' ongoing commitment to strengthening arts education and promoting meaningful encounters between generations. In close collaboration with the Royal Conservatories of Brussels, we create spaces where experience meets ambition — to support young musicians and contribute to the future of musical heritage.
Concert - 27 March 2026:
8:30 p.m.: Gary Hoffman, cello & Chloe Mun, piano
Programme:
Ernest Bloch — From Jewish Life, B. 54
Frédéric Chopin — Sonata for cello and piano in G minor, Op. 65
Sergei Rachmaninoff — Sonata for cello and piano in G minor, Op. 19
Tickets:
Standard – €20
< 26 years old | > 65 years old – €10
Free admission for students of the Conservatorium Brussel (KCB) & Conservatoire Royal de Bruxelles (CRB) with the code CONSERVAMUS27, upon presentation of their student card at the entrance.
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Studio 1, Flagey - 1050 Brussels
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Masterclasses - 28 & 29 March 2026:
Free admission for the public.
Two intensive days of masterclasses focusing on interpretation, technique and musical dialogue, led by Gary Hoffman. Gary Hoffman is one of the leading cellists of his generation, renowned for his profound musicality and his commitment to passing on his knowledge. A former student of the Juilliard School and winner of the Rostropovich Competition, he has performed with major orchestras around the world while maintaining a busy teaching schedule.
Kleine Zavel 5 - 1000 Brussels
Active participants: Cello students from the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel & the Conservatoire Royal de Bruxelles.
As listeners: open to all students