Małopolska Days in Brussels

5-16 September 2010

A bit of rest and relaxation on a treasure island bench? Perhaps a spin on a merry-go-round? Why not touch the sky on a swing? This year Małopolska fulfills the dreams of carefree childhood. Regional toys, set in Parc du Cinquantenaire are a unique opportunity for an inspiring play with design, ethnography and folk handicraft from the Małopolska region.
Those tired of the city noise can relax listening to the sounds of the region and Fryderyk Chopin’s compositions. All it takes is to hold one’s ear close in the sculpted ears, exhibited in Flagey, to hear the composer’s works or learn the sounds of Małopolska. Chopin’s music, this time in a different, folk arrangement will also be present at the concert. Well known compositions, played with authentic, traditional instruments are attractive not only to music lovers.

Time for an unforgettable meeting with the Małopolska Region.

5th–16th September

Parc du Cinquantenaire, 1000 Brussels

A MAŁOPOLSKA THING – GROUNDS FOR CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

The outdoor interactive exhibition of XL toys for children and adults is an inspiring play with design and ethnography. All exhibited items are decorative motifs and craft products characteristic of the Małopolska region, processed and modernised.

14th – 16th September

Flagey, Place Sainte-Croix, 1050 Brussels

EARSPEAKERS. MULTIMEDIA EAR SCULPTURES

Exhibition of Earspeakers – sculptures emitting compositions by Fryderyk Chopin and sounds of the Małopolska region.

15th September

European Parliament
12 a.m. – 3 p.m.

CONFERENCE Digital Future of the European Cinemas. Enhancing Regional Competitiveness

The conference is addressed to representatives of the film industry, economic organisations, international media groups, regions cooperating with Małopolska and others.

8 p.m. – 9.20 p.m.

CONCERT At the Roots of Fryderyk Chopin’s Music – Maria Pomianowska’s Zespół Polski

A new insight into folk music and compositions by Fryderyk Chopin. A concert of Polish folk songs and melodies which might have inspired Fryderyk Chopin’s compositions. Oberek, kujawiak, polka, krakowiak and selected and appropriately orchestrated Chopin’s piano Mazurkas performed by musicians playing authentic folk instruments.

Tickets are available at the Flagey art centre; booking at: + 32 (0) 2 641 10 20.