Thinkin' about Belgium │ YBT
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Thinkin' about Belgium │ YBT

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Thinkin' about Belgium │ YBTDe eerste muzikale cadeautip van 2021 is puur Belgisch: de dubbele CD box Thinkin about Belgium is kort samengevat een symbiose tussen Belgische musici en Belgische componisten. Wij zijn van nature uit geen chauvinisten zoals onze noorder of zuiderburen. Misschien zijn we zelfs het minst trotse volk van Europa als het neerkomt op het kennen, waarderen en liefhebben van onze eigen klassieke muziek. Dus een initiatief dat ons muzikaal talent bundelt in

De eerste muzikale cadeautip van 2021 is puur Belgisch: de dubbele CD-box ‘Thinkin’ about Belgium’ is – kort samengevat – een symbiose tussen Belgische musici en Belgische componisten. Wij zijn van nature uit geen chauvinisten zoals onze noorder- of zuiderburen. Misschien zijn we zelfs het minst trotse volk van Europa als het neerkomt op het kennen, waarderen en liefhebben van onze eigen klassieke muziek. Dus een initiatief dat ons muzikaal talent bundelt in een mooi uitgegeven doosje, verdient al onze aandacht.

‘Thinkin’ about Belgium’ is een initiatief van YBT. Young Belgian Talent is een  organisatie die middels een driejaarlijkse wedstrijd op zoek gaat naar de talentvolle jonge musici en hen – ook na de wedstrijd – verder begeleidt en ondersteunt. Harley Lovegrove, voorzitter van The Bayard Partnership en inwoner van Glabbeek/Tienen, is de drijvende kracht achter dit nobel initiatief. Hij wordt hierin o.a. bijgestaan door Greet Van ’t veld, musicologe en programmasamensteller bij Radio Klara.

In opdracht van YBT bedacht en produceerde Greet Van ’t veld deze bijzondere CD-box  waarop jonge musici, laureaten en winnaars van de voorbije YBT-wedstrijden muziek spelen van Belgische componisten. Voor de luisteraar een bijzonder boeiend in elkaar gevlochten verhaal van ruim 125 jaar Belgische ‘klassieke’ muziek.

Er is op deze uitgave voor gekozen om minimalistische hedendaagse muziek van o.a. Stefan Meylaers en Felix Vermeirsch te laten samenvloeien met laat 19de- en vroeg 20ste-eeuwse muziek van o.a. Eugène Ysaÿe en Joseph Ryelandt. Dat maakt dat het beluisteren van deze muziek niet alleen oorstrelend is, maar ons als het ware meetrekt in een zoektocht die – met wat fantasie – ook visueel erg aantrekkelijk is. Een zoektocht naar het muzikale erfgoed van oude componisten die muziek schreven tegen de achtergrond van de beide wereldoorlogen, en van jonge componisten die geconfronteerd worden met en inspiratie halen uit de hedendaagse problematiek van vluchtelingenstromen, polarisering en zinloos geweld.

Op de eerste CD maakt ondermeer klarinettiste Hanne Beyens met een werk van Elias Gistelinck duidelijk hoe je met gesloten ogen niet alleen de muziek hoort maar ook en vooral ziet. Kippenvel krijg je als je hetzelfde probeert met Jebel Musa, een bijzonder intrigerend werk door de jonge cellist en componist Felix Vermeirsch. Op de tweede CD kunnen we o.a. wegdromen op Lake of Love van Piet Swerts, innemend uitgevoerd door saxofonist Kurt Bertels.  En toptalenten Balder Dendievel en Aurore Dassesse laten hun instrumenten – respectievelijk hobo en cello - spreken op muziek van Joseph Ryelandt. Op beide cd’s ontdekken we ook pareltjes van pianist Stefan Meylaers: zeer recente composities die de melancholische leegheid van de straten tijdens een lockdown als geen ander schetsen.

‘Thinkin’ about Belgium’ is geen walk in the park. Je kan het best vergelijken met een vuistdikke literaire roman die concentratie en volharding vergt, maar uiteindelijk elke letter waard is. Deze cd-box is alleen al daarom een aanrader. Geen vluchtig plezier, geen instant geluk. Maar bijzonder veel voldoening als je ervoor gekozen hebt om niet alleen naar de muziek te luisteren maar je er beelden bij probeert te verzinnen die zorgen voor een explosie aan emoties. Een uitgave waarop YBT trots mag zijn. Met muziek van Belgische componisten, uitgevoerd door Belgische musici waarop wij allemaal trots mogen zijn.

Tip: je kan hier nog 'the making of' van deze cd-box bekijken! 

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★★★★★ 5
Good value.
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Well built, looks good, and the material used are ok.
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Nice office chair!
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This is a nice office chair. All of the features work as stated. I would say the seat is slightly more firm than I prefer, but comfort is subjective. The pleather is soft and I like that the arm rests fold out of the way.
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This Marsail Executive Office Chair Is Excellent For A Comfortable And Polished Desk Setup
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Comfortable for daily use!
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After using this chair for work and general desk time, I think it does a nice job balancing comfort, adjustability, and overall build quality without feeling overly bulky or cheap. It feels designed for people who spend long stretches at a desk and want something supportive but still comfortable enough to relax in occasionally. Assembly was straightforward. The instructions were clear, the hardware was organized well, and all the holes lined up properly during setup. I put it together by myself in around 20 minutes without needing extra tools. Once assembled, the chair immediately felt sturdy and stable rather than wobbly. The overall quality is solid for this price range. The PU leather has a soft feel and doesn’t have the stiff plastic-like texture some office chairs use. The stitching looks clean, the armrests feel secure, and the rolling base moves smoothly across the floor. The chair also feels durable overall, especially around the frame and base where cheaper chairs sometimes feel weak or shaky after a few weeks of use. It's very comfortable. The seat cushion is thick and supportive without feeling overly hard, and it stays comfortable during long work sessions. I’ve spent multiple hours at a time sitting in it without constantly adjusting positions or feeling pressure points. The mesh section in the backrest also helps airflow a bit, which keeps it from feeling too hot during extended use. The lumbar support is great. The backrest naturally follows the curve of your spine and provides good lower back support while still feeling relaxed enough for casual sitting. I also liked the higher back design since it supports the upper back and shoulders well during longer periods at the desk. The flip-up armrests ended up being more useful than I expected. They make it easy to slide the chair under the desk when not in use, and they also give more room if you like sitting cross-legged occasionally. Solid chair overally. It has a good mix of comfort, support, ease of use, and practical features without feeling overpriced.
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Comfortable, easy to assemble, but no adjustable armrests
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The Marsail Executive Office Chair Ergonomic Desk Chair with Flip-up Armrests PU Leather was an easy to assemble chair; I was done within 15 minutes with the included tool. Extra screws were included which was nice as the main pack had broken open and I couldn't find one of the primary screws in the larger box (my guess is I probably tossed it on accident with the packaging material) but had the backup so all was well. The instructions were well written and clear. I've now had the chair in my office for over a week. For context; I work from home and also am a PC gamer so I spend a sizeable portion of my time at my desk in the chair. I also live in the southeast US and its April when I am writing this review. With that said; its been in the 70s/80s regularly so feel like I can comment fairly on its performance in warmer temps; though I'll have to try and remember to comeback and update it for the summer season when AC is on full blast and humidity is higher (and the inevitable "swamp butt" sets in). In the first week I've found the chair to be comfortable to sit in. It is wide enough and the arm rests to the side enough that I can sort of lean left and right without much trouble. I like this wider seat and armrests compared to chairs with more narrow span as I tend to shift and move a lot while sitting. The PU leather material feels nice against my clothes and does "grip" the clothing which helps with my tendency to want to slide forward when sitting. At first I thought the "grip" would be annoying but I sort of like it after a week of using the chair. The cushion material is comfortable for sitting and rebounds well after I've been sitting in it for a long period of time. The armrests feature the same sort of cushion and PU leather material which makes them comfortable to sit back and lean on. For the price I think this is a solid office chair and a comfortable option. Longevity will only be tested over time so I'll see if I can remember to update this review over time. I am happy with the chair in my office. A few downsides about the chair that I have: - The wheels are very stiff and don't roll as smoothly as I'd like. They stay put when I am sitting at the desk but when I need to push away they take a bit of force. - The arm rests can't be adjusted for height. They are one height and can only be moved out of the way completely. For someone like who likes to lean or shift sides this is less than ideal as I'd normally make adjustments to the armrests. With that said it is nice to be able to move them out of the way completely when I don't need them. - Lumbar support could be better. I will be using additional support in the chair for my back.
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