Wouter Dewit

Wouter Dewit has become the Belgian icon of neo-classical piano music. Since his track ‘La durée’ was added to the Peaceful Piano playlist in 2017, he’s turned into a Spotify sensation. Today, his name belongs alongside Nils Frahm, Jóhann Jóhannsson, and Joep Beving. Dewit’s music emerges from the twilight between improvisation and composition, with entrancing rhythms, ample room for sound and dynamics, and an occasional touch of swing – all of which make his work so beloved. 

During this Piknik concert, he will present his latest album, Hold, the final instalment of his trilogy following Still (2017) and Here (2019). For this album, Dewit recorded one long 50-minute piano track, complemented with layers of strings and electronics. In contrast to the melancholy of his earlier work, Hold resonates with a sense of hope.

estimated end of the concert at 13:30

Wouter Dewit © Illias Teirlinck