All Posts A Mad Belgian Around London in 80 days Blue Badge Tourist Guide Magic Music Theatre birmingham-museums-trust-L2sbcLBJwOc-unsplash Day 31 of 80 — RSC Date February 10, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 31. A couple of years ago, I booked tickets for a Don Quixote performance at the Garrick Theatre. I had fond memories of my last evening at that theatre. But this was different. A special occasion: this was the first time I was… nick-fewings-_nSotqaUl-4-unsplash Day 30 of 80 — Tower Date February 9, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 30. “Is that the Tower of London?” “No, that’s Big Ben” “Oh, okay. Oh wait, is this the Tower then?” “No, that’s the Shard”. I don’t blame tourists for being confused. There are many things in London that look more like a tower… nienke-burgers-vBWeiT5k3P0-unsplash Day 29 of 80 — Squirrels Date February 8, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 29. Before my first weekend in London, I had only seen squirrels in Spirou & Fantasio and in Disney’s The Sword in the Stone. 91896741_10222749762320511_7586420942193033216_o Thanks to performer Nathan Earl for letting me use his picture ! Day 28 of 80 — Magic Corner Date February 7, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 28. Taped to a lamp post on the corner of James Street, there is a list of names. Scribbled, crossed out names, on a worn-out piece of paper. Most people don’t notice it, distracted as they are by the glimmering lights of Covent… aleks-marinkovic-lvN1C09O3zg-unsplash Day 27 of 80 — Last Orders Date February 6, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 27. Contrary to popular belief, London isn’t one of these cities that “never sleep”. In fact, it certainly sleeps more than Brussels ! At 11 pm, most pubs close, leaving their clients to face a dichotomous choice : go home or go wild. tim-marshall-cAtzHUz7Z8g-unsplash Day 26 of 80 — Theft Date February 5, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 26. Moving from Brussels to London is like moving from a tiny friendly village to a big scary city. You can’t afford to be too innocent in London, you have to keep on your guard, as I learned the hard way : in… noah-silliman-4KWeFO13MFM-unsplash Day 25 of 80 — Run Date February 4, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 25. I keep running, running, I’m not very quick. I run for fun, you see, I like the rhythm. Under my feet London’s pavements flash by. I keep running, running… macau-photo-agency-65FYhjOhF1g-unsplash Day 24 of 80 — Coach Station Date February 3, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 24. Victoria Coach Station is the most confusing place to find in London. Okay, maybe not the most confusing — London is full of hard-to-find, secret places ; it’s part of its charm after all ! But as sign-posted public places go, Victoria… keo-oran-oD4zvae0IDA-unsplash Day 23 of 80 — Royal Albert Hall Date February 2, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 23. South of Hyde Park, near Kensington and its museums, is one of London’s most stunning venues : the Royal Albert Hall. Named in memory of Queen Victoria’s soulmate, Prince Albert, the Hall opened in 1871. Twenty years after the Prince’s “Great Exhibition”,… domenico-gentile-_HA1lEzAOZY-unsplash-scaled Day 22 of 80 — Lost Date February 1, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 22. “What happens in Canary Wharf stays in Canary Wharf” says my friend as we run like lost souls through the glass corridors of this futuristic part of town. With its tall towers and endless underground connections, Canary Wharf sure is a strange… marco-chilese-CBt9c8kTF-I-unsplash Day 21 of 80 — Serpentine Date January 31, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 21. One day, a few summers ago, I had a go at the Serpentine Lido, where only members of the Serpentine Swimming Club can swim, everyday between 5 and 9.30 am. 12400874_572750172891216_7314101997331894456_n Day 20 of 80 — Apricot Date January 30, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 20. On a little London corner, tucked between Tottenham Court Road Station and the now gone Enterprise Rehearsal Studios, there was a tiny Turkish café named Apricot. They sold delicious fresh food and heavenly Chai lattes. I was often in the area, the… natanael-vieira-464gsOs8iYQ-unsplash Day 19 of 80 — Bus 176 Date January 29, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 19. 11 pm, the pub just closed. I’m waiting for my bus, deck of cards in hand. I recently started learning magic ; all by myself, it is a slow process but I keep at it. Today, I’m working on a slightly technical,… mauro-mora-31-pOduwZGE-unsplash-scaled Day 18 of 80 — Rush Date January 28, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 18. It’s in a small town in France that I realised I had become a true Londoner. I was trying to walk through a busy market place and found myself incredibly impatient : people were slow, walking in a disorganised manner, getting in… ahmad-odeh-JhqhGfX_Wd8-unsplash Day 17 of 80 — Dance Date January 27, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 17. Tap dance, ballroom, pop, continental-style bal folk, ballet, swing, musicals, clubs… London is a dancing city. And dancing, like playing music, can lift me up in a way that few other things can. Don’t get me wrong : I’m not a great… IMG_2008 Day 16 of 80 — Deer Date January 26, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 16. London has a lot of green space ; in fact, it is said that 47% of London is green, if you add up all the parks and gardens public and private. So when I first started looking for a room, I looked… Duke_Of_York_Monument Day 15 of 80 — Rendez-vous Date January 25, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 15. An account of London’s urban wildlife on the steps of the Duke of York Column in the morning. remi-jacquaint-U4ccDfMOE1g-unsplash-scaled Day 14 of 80 — Palm Tree Date January 24, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 14. I have a complicated relationship with London. A relationship in phases : initial discovery, seduction, passion, first try, disillusion, second try. For many years, I was visiting it as often as I could, planning weekend or week-long trips. I’d stay in cheap… samuel-regan-asante-BQXK0MqW5xI-unsplash Day 13 of 80 — Cathedral Date January 23, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 13. I was first introduced to St Paul’s cathedral over twenty years ago by Mary Poppins, and so I will forever be particularly fond of this building. It was many years later, however, that I actually walked in the cathedral for the first… call-me-fred-PzmSJPqTvUs-unsplash Day 12 of 80 — Boats Date January 22, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 12. When I first moved to London, I wanted to live south of the River (a controversial choice). My main argument ? If you live South, you tend to cross bridges more often. And bridges are one of London’s best features. Well, they… b210b318b72dbccf76de4807ce44c8af Day 11 of 80 — Folding Bikes Date January 21, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 11. Near Covent Garden, on Long Acre, is one of my favourite London shops. A window full of stacked up, stylish bikes, a small shop and a downstairs repair workshop with diligent, competent staff : London’s Brompton Junction, the official Brompton shop which… krists-luhaers-AtPWnYNDJnM-unsplash Day 10 of 80 — Cinema Date January 20, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 10. The British Film Institute is to London what the Cinematek is to Brussels : a haven for film-lovers. And TV-lovers. Situated on the Southbank, between the Royal Festival Hall and the National Theatre, it boasts 3 screens (and reasonable ticket prices), 2… janine-robinson-uZisL-EGGxQ-unsplash-scaled Day 9 of 80 — Jazz Date January 19, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 9. In 1959, saxophonist Ronnie Scott* opened a small jazz club in Soho, for the local musicians to come and have a jam. Today the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club is one of the most prestigious jazz clubs in the world — and one… wesley-tingey-9z9fxr_7Z-k-unsplash Day 8 of 80 — Twelve Angry Men Date January 18, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 8. I’m at the Garrick Theatre on Charing Cross Road. It’s 2013, I’m broke and lonely in the *”*Big Smoke”, and I’ve decided to treat myself to a theatre ticket. I’ve got a “restricted view” seat (they’re cheaper) but 12 Angry Men isn’t… cecile-hournau-GDyJRbm6Msg-unsplash Day 7 of 80 — The French Date January 17, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 7. There is no escaping the French. Not in London anyway : they are everywhere. Wherever you go, you will hear someone speak French, or at the very least speak English with a thick French accent. chris-yang-H73k0IUQbn0-unsplash Day 6 of 80 — Eurostar Date January 16, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 6. Brussels : two hours. Paris : two hours twenty. I have always loved train stations. Every train station, any train station. Crossed paths, departures, reunions, train journeys, fast landscapes, ephemeral encounters between anonymous travellers. Where are people going? What are they fleeing?… matteo-catanese-vZ3uBD5r1Rs-unsplash Day 5 of 80 — Rain Date January 15, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 5. London is a grey city, known for its cold temperatures, its darkness and its rain. I feel it this week more than ever. The rain hasn’t stopped for days ; it has taken over the streets, flooded the park, and even found… pexels-photo-3206433 Day 4 of 80 — Balthazar Date January 14, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 4. Clichés exist for a reason : Italians move houses with a collection of pasta and tanks of olive oil, Germans like pretzels, and the French love cheese. I am Belgian, and so I like chocolate — hot chocolate, in particular. Of course,… renee-verberne-FuQBKSIc2yM-unsplash Day 3 of 80 — Loo Tours Date January 13, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 3. Newly arrived in London, I’m invited to a folk dancer’s birthday party. Lovely evening, great food, music… and encounters ! Most people are dancers of one sort or another, and they happily exchange knowledge in a long improvised dance workshop (“I don’t… J’suis en manque… Date January 13, 2021 A new song, written especially for a French magazine I discovered recently : L’Humanologue. Hope you enjoy it ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7s81C4LxJzo&feature=youtu.be 20210112_200218 Day 2 of 80 — Teapot Date January 12, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 2. When I first moved to the UK, two English friends took charge: “You will need a teapot.” And off we went to Portobello Market. It was heaving; must have been a Saturday. We walked slowly, looking for the gem that would accompany… NG Unsplash Day 1 of 80 — Trafalgar Square Date January 11, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 1. November 2018. I leave the National Gallery quite late (it stays opened until 9pm on Fridays and I am taking full advantage of the extra time — I have an exam to prepare after all). I step out onto Trafalgar Square, ready… A new trailer Date December 2, 2020 A project we are very proud of, Memories of the Mayflower, was born in London on October 16 at St Mary’s church. A beautiful evening with a very warm socially distanced public. We are planning a tour for 2021 (any suggestion/help welcome!)… here is a little taster (full concert available… Back together! Date July 17, 2020 After three and a half months spent on either side of the Channel and quite a few online videos, here we are, finally back together. And to celebrate, we recorded (live!) one of our old classics: Dr Schmidtz and His Monster. https://youtu.be/zLIzS2bYYy0 Just Another Song Date July 3, 2020 A new song dedicated to The Angel pub in St Giles, London. https://youtu.be/mMkfZzwCfGk black smartphone on table Patience… Date June 26, 2020 A mad Belgian is coming, it’s just a little late. A tiny technical issue is getting in the way I’m on it though so don’t despair, it will appear today Come back in three hours or so, it will be worth the wait [Now the real question is: does wait… Jeremy Date June 19, 2020 This week on A mad Belgian: a duo with my good friend, pianist Jeremy Frisch, who composed this lovely piece of music. https://youtu.be/9dnRKB-Wy28 Flipped Date June 17, 2020 A new video with One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian! https://youtu.be/QC7uRyp7Z3g Some French! Date June 12, 2020 This week, some French singing to cheer you up. https://youtu.be/KINC5oKntHw Mambo no.7 Date June 10, 2020 A new video with One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/_xwYm7PdlM8 Poker Game Date June 5, 2020 This week on “A mad Belgian”: an A Capella song https://youtu.be/hr6qpBYsUt8 Outer Space Date June 3, 2020 Ten weeks already! Well this week we thought we’d share with you a lovely song Rupert wrote a while ago, which seems particularly relevant these days… https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=J1eNIv83fZQ A simple dance Date May 29, 2020 A touch of sweetness in this increasingly sour world. Keep spreading the positive! https://youtu.be/vZfgbjbHf0k ESP Date May 27, 2020 A new tune with One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian… Can you guess what it’s about? https://youtu.be/BLhndKcrwvA Teenage Dogs Date May 22, 2020 This week on “A mad Belgian”: did you know that dogs went through a teenage crisis? Here’s a little song about it… https://youtu.be/BBuO1EtsMxg Whiskey Joe and his 8 pound note Date May 20, 2020 A new video with One voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian, dedicated to my friend Whiskey Mick who was courteous enough to appear in one of my dreams a few years ago. https://youtu.be/BhsfO5fBKq8 A silly cartoon Date May 15, 2020 This week, a silly cartoon set to one of my saxophone solos The Mathematician Date May 13, 2020 Brand new song with “One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian”, dedicated to all geeky mathematicians in the world. https://youtu.be/gJbZi67iD2Y The Arnolfini portrait, lockdown style Date May 8, 2020 An introduction to the Arnolfini portrait by Jan van Eyck, with the help of the wonderful Covid Classics. https://youtu.be/CovfTtq24ds Mary Magdalene Date May 6, 2020 New installment of your weekly dose of One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian. This week, a quieter song, sung by both of us. 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birmingham-museums-trust-L2sbcLBJwOc-unsplash Day 31 of 80 — RSC Date February 10, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 31. A couple of years ago, I booked tickets for a Don Quixote performance at the Garrick Theatre. I had fond memories of my last evening at that theatre. But this was different. A special occasion: this was the first time I was…
nick-fewings-_nSotqaUl-4-unsplash Day 30 of 80 — Tower Date February 9, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 30. “Is that the Tower of London?” “No, that’s Big Ben” “Oh, okay. Oh wait, is this the Tower then?” “No, that’s the Shard”. I don’t blame tourists for being confused. There are many things in London that look more like a tower…
nienke-burgers-vBWeiT5k3P0-unsplash Day 29 of 80 — Squirrels Date February 8, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 29. Before my first weekend in London, I had only seen squirrels in Spirou & Fantasio and in Disney’s The Sword in the Stone.
91896741_10222749762320511_7586420942193033216_o Thanks to performer Nathan Earl for letting me use his picture ! Day 28 of 80 — Magic Corner Date February 7, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 28. Taped to a lamp post on the corner of James Street, there is a list of names. Scribbled, crossed out names, on a worn-out piece of paper. Most people don’t notice it, distracted as they are by the glimmering lights of Covent…
aleks-marinkovic-lvN1C09O3zg-unsplash Day 27 of 80 — Last Orders Date February 6, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 27. Contrary to popular belief, London isn’t one of these cities that “never sleep”. In fact, it certainly sleeps more than Brussels ! At 11 pm, most pubs close, leaving their clients to face a dichotomous choice : go home or go wild.
tim-marshall-cAtzHUz7Z8g-unsplash Day 26 of 80 — Theft Date February 5, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 26. Moving from Brussels to London is like moving from a tiny friendly village to a big scary city. You can’t afford to be too innocent in London, you have to keep on your guard, as I learned the hard way : in…
noah-silliman-4KWeFO13MFM-unsplash Day 25 of 80 — Run Date February 4, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 25. I keep running, running, I’m not very quick. I run for fun, you see, I like the rhythm. Under my feet London’s pavements flash by. I keep running, running…
macau-photo-agency-65FYhjOhF1g-unsplash Day 24 of 80 — Coach Station Date February 3, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 24. Victoria Coach Station is the most confusing place to find in London. Okay, maybe not the most confusing — London is full of hard-to-find, secret places ; it’s part of its charm after all ! But as sign-posted public places go, Victoria…
keo-oran-oD4zvae0IDA-unsplash Day 23 of 80 — Royal Albert Hall Date February 2, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 23. South of Hyde Park, near Kensington and its museums, is one of London’s most stunning venues : the Royal Albert Hall. Named in memory of Queen Victoria’s soulmate, Prince Albert, the Hall opened in 1871. Twenty years after the Prince’s “Great Exhibition”,…
domenico-gentile-_HA1lEzAOZY-unsplash-scaled Day 22 of 80 — Lost Date February 1, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 22. “What happens in Canary Wharf stays in Canary Wharf” says my friend as we run like lost souls through the glass corridors of this futuristic part of town. With its tall towers and endless underground connections, Canary Wharf sure is a strange…
marco-chilese-CBt9c8kTF-I-unsplash Day 21 of 80 — Serpentine Date January 31, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 21. One day, a few summers ago, I had a go at the Serpentine Lido, where only members of the Serpentine Swimming Club can swim, everyday between 5 and 9.30 am.
12400874_572750172891216_7314101997331894456_n Day 20 of 80 — Apricot Date January 30, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 20. On a little London corner, tucked between Tottenham Court Road Station and the now gone Enterprise Rehearsal Studios, there was a tiny Turkish café named Apricot. They sold delicious fresh food and heavenly Chai lattes. I was often in the area, the…
natanael-vieira-464gsOs8iYQ-unsplash Day 19 of 80 — Bus 176 Date January 29, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 19. 11 pm, the pub just closed. I’m waiting for my bus, deck of cards in hand. I recently started learning magic ; all by myself, it is a slow process but I keep at it. Today, I’m working on a slightly technical,…
mauro-mora-31-pOduwZGE-unsplash-scaled Day 18 of 80 — Rush Date January 28, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 18. It’s in a small town in France that I realised I had become a true Londoner. I was trying to walk through a busy market place and found myself incredibly impatient : people were slow, walking in a disorganised manner, getting in…
ahmad-odeh-JhqhGfX_Wd8-unsplash Day 17 of 80 — Dance Date January 27, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 17. Tap dance, ballroom, pop, continental-style bal folk, ballet, swing, musicals, clubs… London is a dancing city. And dancing, like playing music, can lift me up in a way that few other things can. Don’t get me wrong : I’m not a great…
IMG_2008 Day 16 of 80 — Deer Date January 26, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 16. London has a lot of green space ; in fact, it is said that 47% of London is green, if you add up all the parks and gardens public and private. So when I first started looking for a room, I looked…
Duke_Of_York_Monument Day 15 of 80 — Rendez-vous Date January 25, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 15. An account of London’s urban wildlife on the steps of the Duke of York Column in the morning.
remi-jacquaint-U4ccDfMOE1g-unsplash-scaled Day 14 of 80 — Palm Tree Date January 24, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 14. I have a complicated relationship with London. A relationship in phases : initial discovery, seduction, passion, first try, disillusion, second try. For many years, I was visiting it as often as I could, planning weekend or week-long trips. I’d stay in cheap…
samuel-regan-asante-BQXK0MqW5xI-unsplash Day 13 of 80 — Cathedral Date January 23, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 13. I was first introduced to St Paul’s cathedral over twenty years ago by Mary Poppins, and so I will forever be particularly fond of this building. It was many years later, however, that I actually walked in the cathedral for the first…
call-me-fred-PzmSJPqTvUs-unsplash Day 12 of 80 — Boats Date January 22, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 12. When I first moved to London, I wanted to live south of the River (a controversial choice). My main argument ? If you live South, you tend to cross bridges more often. And bridges are one of London’s best features. Well, they…
b210b318b72dbccf76de4807ce44c8af Day 11 of 80 — Folding Bikes Date January 21, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 11. Near Covent Garden, on Long Acre, is one of my favourite London shops. A window full of stacked up, stylish bikes, a small shop and a downstairs repair workshop with diligent, competent staff : London’s Brompton Junction, the official Brompton shop which…
krists-luhaers-AtPWnYNDJnM-unsplash Day 10 of 80 — Cinema Date January 20, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 10. The British Film Institute is to London what the Cinematek is to Brussels : a haven for film-lovers. And TV-lovers. Situated on the Southbank, between the Royal Festival Hall and the National Theatre, it boasts 3 screens (and reasonable ticket prices), 2…
janine-robinson-uZisL-EGGxQ-unsplash-scaled Day 9 of 80 — Jazz Date January 19, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 9. In 1959, saxophonist Ronnie Scott* opened a small jazz club in Soho, for the local musicians to come and have a jam. Today the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club is one of the most prestigious jazz clubs in the world — and one…
wesley-tingey-9z9fxr_7Z-k-unsplash Day 8 of 80 — Twelve Angry Men Date January 18, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 8. I’m at the Garrick Theatre on Charing Cross Road. It’s 2013, I’m broke and lonely in the *”*Big Smoke”, and I’ve decided to treat myself to a theatre ticket. I’ve got a “restricted view” seat (they’re cheaper) but 12 Angry Men isn’t…
cecile-hournau-GDyJRbm6Msg-unsplash Day 7 of 80 — The French Date January 17, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 7. There is no escaping the French. Not in London anyway : they are everywhere. Wherever you go, you will hear someone speak French, or at the very least speak English with a thick French accent.
chris-yang-H73k0IUQbn0-unsplash Day 6 of 80 — Eurostar Date January 16, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 6. Brussels : two hours. Paris : two hours twenty. I have always loved train stations. Every train station, any train station. Crossed paths, departures, reunions, train journeys, fast landscapes, ephemeral encounters between anonymous travellers. Where are people going? What are they fleeing?…
matteo-catanese-vZ3uBD5r1Rs-unsplash Day 5 of 80 — Rain Date January 15, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 5. London is a grey city, known for its cold temperatures, its darkness and its rain. I feel it this week more than ever. The rain hasn’t stopped for days ; it has taken over the streets, flooded the park, and even found…
pexels-photo-3206433 Day 4 of 80 — Balthazar Date January 14, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 4. Clichés exist for a reason : Italians move houses with a collection of pasta and tanks of olive oil, Germans like pretzels, and the French love cheese. I am Belgian, and so I like chocolate — hot chocolate, in particular. Of course,…
renee-verberne-FuQBKSIc2yM-unsplash Day 3 of 80 — Loo Tours Date January 13, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 3. Newly arrived in London, I’m invited to a folk dancer’s birthday party. Lovely evening, great food, music… and encounters ! Most people are dancers of one sort or another, and they happily exchange knowledge in a long improvised dance workshop (“I don’t…
J’suis en manque… Date January 13, 2021 A new song, written especially for a French magazine I discovered recently : L’Humanologue. Hope you enjoy it ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7s81C4LxJzo&feature=youtu.be
20210112_200218 Day 2 of 80 — Teapot Date January 12, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 2. When I first moved to the UK, two English friends took charge: “You will need a teapot.” And off we went to Portobello Market. It was heaving; must have been a Saturday. We walked slowly, looking for the gem that would accompany…
NG Unsplash Day 1 of 80 — Trafalgar Square Date January 11, 2021 Around London in 80 days : day 1. November 2018. I leave the National Gallery quite late (it stays opened until 9pm on Fridays and I am taking full advantage of the extra time — I have an exam to prepare after all). I step out onto Trafalgar Square, ready…
A new trailer Date December 2, 2020 A project we are very proud of, Memories of the Mayflower, was born in London on October 16 at St Mary’s church. A beautiful evening with a very warm socially distanced public. We are planning a tour for 2021 (any suggestion/help welcome!)… here is a little taster (full concert available…
Back together! Date July 17, 2020 After three and a half months spent on either side of the Channel and quite a few online videos, here we are, finally back together. And to celebrate, we recorded (live!) one of our old classics: Dr Schmidtz and His Monster. https://youtu.be/zLIzS2bYYy0
Just Another Song Date July 3, 2020 A new song dedicated to The Angel pub in St Giles, London. https://youtu.be/mMkfZzwCfGk
black smartphone on table Patience… Date June 26, 2020 A mad Belgian is coming, it’s just a little late. A tiny technical issue is getting in the way I’m on it though so don’t despair, it will appear today Come back in three hours or so, it will be worth the wait [Now the real question is: does wait…
Jeremy Date June 19, 2020 This week on A mad Belgian: a duo with my good friend, pianist Jeremy Frisch, who composed this lovely piece of music. https://youtu.be/9dnRKB-Wy28
Flipped Date June 17, 2020 A new video with One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian! https://youtu.be/QC7uRyp7Z3g
Some French! Date June 12, 2020 This week, some French singing to cheer you up. https://youtu.be/KINC5oKntHw
Mambo no.7 Date June 10, 2020 A new video with One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/_xwYm7PdlM8
Poker Game Date June 5, 2020 This week on “A mad Belgian”: an A Capella song https://youtu.be/hr6qpBYsUt8
Outer Space Date June 3, 2020 Ten weeks already! Well this week we thought we’d share with you a lovely song Rupert wrote a while ago, which seems particularly relevant these days… https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=J1eNIv83fZQ
A simple dance Date May 29, 2020 A touch of sweetness in this increasingly sour world. Keep spreading the positive! https://youtu.be/vZfgbjbHf0k
ESP Date May 27, 2020 A new tune with One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian… Can you guess what it’s about? https://youtu.be/BLhndKcrwvA
Teenage Dogs Date May 22, 2020 This week on “A mad Belgian”: did you know that dogs went through a teenage crisis? Here’s a little song about it… https://youtu.be/BBuO1EtsMxg
Whiskey Joe and his 8 pound note Date May 20, 2020 A new video with One voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian, dedicated to my friend Whiskey Mick who was courteous enough to appear in one of my dreams a few years ago. https://youtu.be/BhsfO5fBKq8
The Mathematician Date May 13, 2020 Brand new song with “One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian”, dedicated to all geeky mathematicians in the world. https://youtu.be/gJbZi67iD2Y
The Arnolfini portrait, lockdown style Date May 8, 2020 An introduction to the Arnolfini portrait by Jan van Eyck, with the help of the wonderful Covid Classics. https://youtu.be/CovfTtq24ds
Mary Magdalene Date May 6, 2020 New installment of your weekly dose of One Voice, One Cello and A mad Belgian. This week, a quieter song, sung by both of us. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/-tZv4J74Vi4
