To mark the 75th anniversary of the Queen Elisabeth Competition, we invite you to explore a unique collection of archival photographs, taken from our own archive and that of the Belgian Royal Palace and the Brussels Centre for Fine Arts. These images capture the spirit, emotion and history of the Competition across decades, starting in 1951, when the Competition adopted the name of its founder. From legendary laureates to unforgettable moments on stage, each photo tells a story. Step back in time and rediscover 75 years of musical excellence.

© Frères Haine, Robert Kayaert, Leopold Oosterlynck, Sébastien van der Straten, Anne De Gelas, Laurent Friob, Bruno Vessiez, Derek Prager, Christophe Licoppe, Alexandre de Terwangne, Thomas Léonard