Across Fields and Festivals

Journey into Belgium's musical heart as "Across Fields and Festivals" reveals territorial growth and music highlights while depicting classic performance styles which developed Belgium's identity.

Readers will discover the individual musical expressions within Flanders' dancing traditions through Wallonia's balladic music and communal singing from the German-speaking part of Belgium through "Across Fields and Festivals." Experiencing songs and Native Instruments instruments like hurdy-gurdy and bagpipes and accordion helps listeners understand their sound qualities and condemns traditional dances' evolution throughout history.

The musical chapters in the book guide readers through successive festivals that reveal core elements of Belgian culture through a story progression from harvest festival chants to festive carnival dances. This book examines medieval minstrel groups and present-day revival movements with an analysis of how folk music developed throughout Belgian history.

Our presentation delves into the profound musical story by constantly presenting how Belgian folk music continues to influence listeners all over the world. Join us for this intriguing exploration.