Fanfare Band | Concert division

Traditionally, most participating fanfare bands come from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, but ensembles from other countries also regularly compete in Kerkrade. Over the years, the Fanfare Band Contests have grown into a leading international competition for this distinctive orchestra type.

Sun 26 Jul 11:30

Roda Hall

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26 Jul

11:30

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In de Concertdivisie staat artistieke expressie centraal. Fanfareorkesten brengen uitgebreide en vernieuwende programma’s waarin klankkleur, techniek en interpretatie samenkomen. De dag wordt afgesloten met een feestelijke prijsuitreiking.

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The fanfare tradition

Rodahal

Wind Bands | Concert division

This is wind music at the very highest level, performed by participants from all corners of the world. The competitions for symphonic wind bands feature the most international field of participants of all WMC disciplines.

Sat 1 Aug and Sun 2 Aug

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Fanfare Band | 3rd division

Fri 17 Jul 10:00

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Italian Night | Banda dell' Esercito Italiano

Step into the elegance of Italian wind music. On July 23, 2026, the Banda dell'Esercito Italiano performs during the World Music Contest in the Rodahal for ‘Italian Night’. This renowned orchestra presents a rich and expressive program of Italian masterpieces, combining passion, tradition, and musical grandeur.

Thu 23 Jul 20:00

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