This event is by registration only
We will officially open the new 2025 BrIAS programme on sustainable Robotics, AI and Automation on the 21.1.2025.
Programme
17:00 Welcome speeches, BrIAS directors and university authorities
17:15 Introduction to the 2025 BrIAS theme
17:30 Aperitif
18:00 Concert
18:35 Cocktail dinner
Concert Programme
BACH Sonate n°3 for violin and harpsichord en mi M, BWV 1016
DEBUSSY Sonate for violin and piano, (CD 148)
Piano: Simon Vaskou
Born in Grenoble, France, in 1994, Simon Vaskou began playing piano at age 4 and pursued advanced studies at prestigious institutions, earning a Master of Arts with distinction from the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel in 2020. He has performed in renowned venues across Europe, participated in masterclasses with leading pianists, and is a laureate of international competitions, including the 2024 "Sviatoslav Richter" International Piano Competition (2nd Prize). In addition to his performance career, he obtained a Master’s degree in Music Pedagogy in 2023 and currently teaches at academies in the Brussels-Capital Region. Simon continues to excel as both a performer and educator, dedicated to advancing his artistry and inspiring future musicians.
Violin: Julien Olive
Born in France, Julien Olive began studying violin at the CRR of Bordeaux and earned his Master’s degree in 2020 from the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel under Naaman Sluchin. He has worked with esteemed musicians such as Miriam Fried and Marina Chiche and performed with ensembles like the Brussels Philharmonic, Belgian National Orchestra, and the Opéra de Rouen Normandie. Julien has collaborated with renowned conductors, including François Xavier Roth and Sir Roger Norrington, and has performed in cities across Europe, including Berlin, Vienna, and Paris.