Anaïs Vijgen is a jazz vocalist and composer who moves audiences with her clear voice, evocative lyrics, and natural interaction with the public. Haroun Iqbal is a versatile guitarist with a broad musical horizon: alongside jazz, he draws inspiration from African and Indian music, giving his playing a distinctive color. 

Together, they form a duo in which original compositions, chansons, and jazz standards come together. With careful attention to nuance and dynamics, they create a personal and warm sound. In dialogue with each other and with the audience, they present a program that resonates with the intimacy of the riverside concerts: up close, pure, and carried by the surroundings. 

Programme

A climate story

In the Scheldt, both visible and invisible yet persistent pollutants drift along with the current: plastic particles of all sizes. These particles make their way into the water and travel upstream from the Port of Antwerp all the way to Ghent. Researchers from the University of Antwerp are closely monitoring this phenomenon. With multiple measurement locations along the river, they map the presence and distribution of plastics. 

Visitors will have the opportunity to take a closer look at these measurements before or after the concert and to search for plastics in a sample themselves. There, they can see with their own eyes how much plastic continuously circulates in the water. Researchers from the University of Antwerp will provide further insight into the impact of this pollution on the Scheldt’s ecosystem. 

Practical

Address You can reach Steiger Wienerberger via:
For bicycles/pedestrians: Rupeldijk near the site Wienerberger
For cars: Nieuwstraat 46, 2840 Rumst
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Timing
10:00 Start concert
10:45 Expected end time

This is a relaxed performance. You can enjoy the concert outdoors, so you won’t be sitting in a dark space. You’re welcome to talk or interact during the performance. You don’t have to stay seated and are free to leave at any time. Want to make sure you have a seat? Bring your own chair, as seating is limited.

Enjoy a drink at the bar.

Language
Knowledge of Dutch is not necessary for this concert.

Accessibility
More information about accessibility can be found on our accessibility page, or feel free to contact us via toegankelijkheid@festival.be or by phone (09 243 94 94). 

If you are attending the festival in a wheelchair, please contact us. We will help find a suitable (mobility) route and ensure an appropriate place during the concert. 

Ticket price
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