Belgian band Donder offers an unusual perspective on the usual piano trio. Avoiding set formulas and formats, they paint abstract and plastic landscapes that evoke stillness, confusion and wonder. The music of Donder is authentic and unpretentious, and pays tribute to the sounds and stories of everyday life.

Their latest album, De Wonderen, was released on W.E.R.F. Records in November 2024. In contrast to their previous record Het Verdriet, which emerged from a research project on Flemish (folk) music history, this time the premise was to compose and collect new material without any concepts or limitations. The result is a chaotic blend of abstract and melodic work featuring both solos, duos and trios, two covers of pop songs and some occasional whistling and Norwegian lyrics.

De Wonderen is a testament to the small wonders found in everyday life. As Guy Peters writes in the liner notes: “With this album that bubbles with percussive ideas and unpredictable contrasts, you are once again reminded that beauty is more striking when you have to wait for it, or find it in unusual places.”

This concert is organized in collaboration with W.E.R.F. Records.