between sound and perception

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Babette Craens is a Belgian classical pianist whose artistic practice centers on creating concept-driven concertprograms, both as a soloist and in collaboration with others.

Known for her poetic playing, beautiful touch and exceptional sensitivity to nuance, Babette designs carefully curated recital programs in which music from different periods enters into dialogue through colour, imagination and attentive listening.

Her artistic practice continues to be shaped by a profound love for French Impressionism, Belgian repertoire and twentieth-century music.

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“A poetic nature with a fine-tuned sensibility for nuance”
— Opus Klassiek
“An incredible mastery of jeu perlé!”
— Sorodha review
“Babette stands out not only for her solid and precise technique, but also for her colorful piano playing.
In addition, she possesses the unique ability to deeply understand any musical style and convey it to her listeners in a compelling way. She has a wonderful way of inspiring both her colleagues and the audience, making her performances a delight for both the ears and the eyes.”
— Eliane Rodrigues

Current program

LE FAUX MIROIR

Close-up black-and-white photograph of a coiled wire with parallel lines and a reflective surface.

Le Faux Miroir — a 60-minute solo piano program

exploring perception and illusion through Debussy, Ravel, Durlet and contemporary music.

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Recent higlights

  • Le Faux Miroir was met with standing ovations for the Emmanuel Durlet Fonds and Love2Arts Gallery (May & June 2026)

  • Lacunes was featured three times as Klara’s Choice on Klara Radio

  • Museum Vleeshuis recording project featuring pianoworks by Belgian composer Paul Gilson