Jazz for Breakfast: an Intimate Performance

TheMerode invites you to start your day immersed in the vibrant and elegant world of jazz, featuring the exceptional talent of Taiwanese pianist, keyboardist, composer and bandleader Kuan, based in Brussels.

This special morning format is presented in partnership with Conservamus, a Brussels-based non-profit association dedicated to preserving and supporting musical life in the city. Founded in 2007, Conservamus brings together institutions, artists and civil society around the Royal Conservatories of Brussels, working to safeguard this historic site while fostering the next generation of musicians. Through this collaboration, Conservamus helps bring outstanding young artists to TheMerode, creating new opportunities for musical encounters in the heart of the city.

Originally from Taiwan and now an active figure on the Brussels jazz scene, Kuan brings together the influences of his cultural background with a contemporary jazz approach. As a pianist, keyboardist, composer and bandleader, he is recognised for his expressive playing, refined musical language and creative improvisation, crafting performances that are both sophisticated and deeply engaging.

For this special edition of Jazz for Breakfast on 18 August, Kuan will take guests on a musical journey through a carefully curated repertoire of jazz standards alongside original musical ideas and inspired improvisations. His elegant artistry and dynamic performance promise a morning filled with warmth, creativity and spontaneity.

A refreshing and inspiring way to begin the day, accompanied by fresh pastries at TheOtium Bar, as live music gently fills the room and sets the tone for the morning ahead — a carefully curated experience designed to awaken curiosity, creativity and connection through music.