Brussels Young Adult Choir

The Brussels Young Adult Choir (BYAC) was founded in September 2021 by a group of singers who share a passion for choral singing. Under the direction of Johannes Dewilde, they focus on developing a rich choral sound and lively interpretations of an ambitious repertoire.

BYAC

The Brussels Young Adult Choir (BYAC) was founded in September 2021 by a group of singers who share a passion for choral singing. Under the direction of Johannes Dewilde, they focus on developing a rich choral sound and lively interpretations of an ambitious repertoire.

In its early years, BYAC has already made its mark in several ways. By participating in the prestigious international choral festival CantaRode, BYAC has had the opportunity to socialise with choirs from all over the world and learn how to strive for the highest level. In October 2023, the choir shared the stage with the Vlaams Radiokoor to pay tribute to the famous Belgian composer Vic Nees. In October 2025, they won first place in the Koor&Stem competition amongst the selected a capella choirs.

Bilingual and composed of singers aged 25 to 35, BYAC explores the a cappella repertoire from the Renaissance to the contemporary, including the Romantic period. The only requirement is that the singers, the conductor and the audience can establish a connection using pure harmonies and refined phrasing. BYAC is convinced that this passion will touch and delight the audience!

What's new?

CIRQUE ROYAL — 26th of March
We performed the Live Concert Clair Obscure Expedition 33 of the beautiful music of Lorien Testard, which won Best Score and Music at The Game Awards 2025.

Come join us!

Would you like to sing in a young, dynamic amateur choir that aims high? Are you (roughly) between 25 and 35 years old, willing to prepare your music thoroughly before rehearsals (in English), and available two Thursday evenings per month?

Don’t hesitate to fill in this form to express your interest we’ll get in touch about upcoming auditions!

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Johannes Dewilde

Johannes is a Ghent-based choral conductor, musician, and teacher. He teaches at Kunstenacademie GO! and has previously worked at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences and the University of Eastern Finland. He regularly collaborates with (semi-)professional choirs, serves as a jury member, and leads ensembles including BYAC, Panta Rhei, Amaranthe, and SAEVUS. His work has taken him across Europe and earned him several conducting awards.