Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège

The Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège is a powerhouse Belgian orchestra rooted in the French-speaking city of Liège. Founded in 1960 and granted the "Royal" title in 2016, this ensemble has built a reputation for championing French-Belgian composers like César Franck (a Liège native) and Eugène Ysaÿe, whose works feature heavily in their recent recordings. Under current music director Gergely Madaras (appointed in 2022), they balance rich Romantic-era repertoire—think Franck’s spiritual *Les Béatitudes* or Liszt’s dramatic *Faust Symphony*—with fresh collaborations, like violinist Guy Braunstein’s genre-blending *Abbey Road Concerto*. Known for their lush strings and bold programming, the orchestra frequently bridges historical depth with modern flair, whether resurrecting forgotten operas (*Hulda*) or recording in iconic studios. Their discography reveals a group equally at home in sacred prologues, nocturnal tone poems, and 21st-century experiments.

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Orchestra

Latest Release

Ysaÿe: Poème nocturne

Eugène Ysaÿe•

Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released January 10, 2025