Universal Marimba Competition Belgium 2026 - day 2

For a week, the international marimba elite gathers in Sint-Truiden for a unique festival experience. Accessible - instrumental - warm - virtuoso - educational De Universal Marimba Competition 2026 makes Sint-Truiden the beating heart of marimba music for a week. Under the leadership of Dr. Ludwig Albert, Limburg marimba virtuoso with international fame, this international festival brings together young talents, top musicians, and enthusiasts from all over the world. What once started as an ambitious initiative grew into a leading event with a strong international appeal. You will experience the final rounds of the Youth Competition and of the Universal Marimba Competition 2026, supplemented by inspiring masterclasses and an atmospheric gala concert by jury members from Europe and Asia. That unique combination of competition, meeting, and artistic deepening ensures an engaging and accessible festival experience. This anniversary edition offers a special opportunity to discover the marimba in all its richness and expression up close in a lively festival atmosphere. Come listen, let yourself be surprised, and experience music that continues to resonate. PROGRAM July 12 up to and including July 16, 2026 -> 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Voorrondes Universal Marimba Competition Academiezaal July 17, 2026 -> 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Internationale Marimba Jeugdwedstrijd, category A Keizerszaal -> 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Internationale Marimba Jeugdwedstrijd, category B Keizerszaal -> 3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. Masterclasses marimba Club, CC de Bogaard -> 4:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. Masterclasses marimba Club, CC de Bogaard -> 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Jury gala concert: “Marimba Classics” Academiezaal July 18, 2026 -> 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Finale Internationale Marimba Jeugdwedstrijd Academiezaal -> 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Masterclass marimba by Ludwig Albert Keizerszaal -> 2:00 p.m. - 2:50 p.m. Masterclass marimba Keizerszaal -> 3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. Masterclass marimba Keizerszaal -> 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Panelgesprek Judging Competitions Foyer, Academiezaal -> 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Finale Universal Marimba Competition Solo & Duo Academiezaal -> 9:30 p.m. subsequently Proclamation and award ceremony Academiezaal Festivalpas (July 17 and 18) -> € 45 standard rate -> € 37 group rate (For groups from 10 people) -> € 20 -26y Day tickets July 17 or 18 (day + evening program) -> € 30 standard rate -> € 25 group rate -> € 15 -26y Evening tickets July 17 or 18 -> € 25 standard rate -> € 20 group rate -> € 10 -26y More info about the Universal Marimba Competition 2026: www.marimbacompetition.com