Brussels Guitar Duo

Formed in 2024 by Colombian guitarist Julián Duque and Belgian guitarist Wynand Mawet, the Brussels Guitar Duo focuses on 20th-century repertoire and South American music, featuring works by composers such as Joaquin Rodrigo, Sergio Assad, Astor Piazzolla, Marco Pereira, and Federico Mompou.

Discover the music of some of the greatest composers who shaped the history of classical guitar, while exploring its deep connections with the traditional and popular music of South America.

Julián Duque and Wynand Mawet met in 2016 at the Royal Conservatory of Mons in the class of Brazilian maestro Odair Assad and guitarist-musicologist Françoise-Emmanuelle Denis.

Both driven by a great love for the modern repertoire of classical guitar and the various styles of South American popular music, Julián and Wynand explore these musical universes in different projects as well as in their solo repertoires.

In 2024, the two guitarists decided to bring their shared influences together to create the Brussels Guitar Duo. They put together a concert program covering major musical trends of the 20th and 21st centuries that helped shape the contemporary guitar landscape, ranging from Spanish composers to contemporary Brazilian composers.

Julián Duque plays on a guitar by luthier Stephan Connor, and Wynand Mawet on a guitar by luthier Vincent Engelbrecht.

Wynand Mawet

Wynand Mawet is a Belgian guitarist passionate about world music, jazz, and multidisciplinary creation.

He started learning classical guitar at the age of 6 and, after studying with Belgian guitarist Adrien Brogna, began studying in 2012 with Brazilian maestro Odair Assad at the Royal Conservatory of Mons. He continued his journey in classical guitar and chamber music at the Luca School of Arts in Leuven with Raphaella Smits.

Over the years, he has founded and participated in numerous projects, ranging from gypsy jazz and South American music to multidisciplinary creations, while continuing his work as a soloist on classical and jazz guitars.

In parallel with his work as a musician, he ventured into filmmaking, creating music videos for various Belgian artists. He also co-founded Murmures ASBL with other Belgian artists to provide a structure for support and production for Belgian creative projects.

Julián Duque

Julián Duque is a Colombian classical guitarist passionate about the repertoire of classical guitar, heavily influenced by the richness of Latin American music. He began his studies at the University of Antioquia in Colombia, where he received a solid foundation in classical guitar. He later continued his education at the Royal Conservatory of Mons in Belgium, earning his Master’s degree under the guidance of Brazilian guitarist Odair Assad.

His musical career is marked by a particular interest in exploring classical and contemporary repertoires, emphasizing Latin American works. Julián Duque stands out for his refined technique and sensitive interpretation, blending the rigor of classical tradition with a deep connection to the colors and rhythms of his continent’s music.