For several seasons now, young people between 14 and 20 have found their way to SOV Young, the symphonic youth orchestra of Symfonieorkest Vlaanderen. New since season 2023-24: as part of SOV Young Soloist, a young soloist will accompany them on stage. For season 2026-27, we are looking for a cellist to solo in Kol Nidrei by Bruch.
In collaboration with KASK & Conservatory
SOV Young is a symphonic youth orchestra by and for young people aged between 14 and 20, based in Ghent. Each year they are coached during two projects by musicians from Flanders Symphony Orchestra, with as grand finale, a public concert. The programme covers an iron repertoire with a contemporary twist. The artistic director is Martijn Dendievel.
In collaboration with the Royal Ghent Conservatory and the Bruges Concertgebouw
SOV Masterclasses give students of the Royal Conservatory of Ghent the opportunity to attend a masterclass twice per academic year. They work side by side with our conductors. Using repertoire pieces, the students gain insight into the workings of an orchestra: the communication between conductor and orchestra members/concertmaster, the contact between conductors and their group, and the relationship between the different groups. At the end, there will be an public presentation.
In collaboration with KASK & Conservatory
Every year, the SOV Composers' Academy offers the chance to two to three composers studying at Belgian conservatories to complete a course of several months with the orchestra. During workshops, working sessions and orchestra rehearsals, their compositions are moulded and carefully considered. The final result will be presented to the public during a concert series by Flanders Symphony Orchestra.
Project in collaboration with Muziekcentrum De Bijloke and DE SINGEL. Supported by Anacura.
Martijn Dendievel (°1995) is chief conductor of Flanders Symphony Orchestra since January 2026. He has already had a long journey with the orchestra: from young spectator to assistant conductor (2018) to associate conductor (2022).
Here you find an answer to all your practical questions about tickets and season tickets, grouped by several themes.
Tickets for concerts in Bruges can be bought directly through the Flanders Symphony Orchestra. Both standard and reduced rate tickets (65+, discount cards) are available for these concerts.
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Here you will find the different halls of our concert locations in Bruges, Antwerp and Brussels. Please note: the number of seats and the classification in tiers can change depending on the production.