Welcome to Miners' Choir Genk

‘Het Genker Mijnwerkerskoor’ has still another goal: putting the miner as a person on a pedestal. In doing so, the choir would on the one hand like to remind young people the different ways in which mining and miners have made a difference in society and on the other hand, the choir would like to thank all the miners who have received much from the mining industry, but who have certainly given very much as well. The miners have made a prosperous Belgium possible but in doing so, have suffered much themselves…

The choir’s repertory exists mainly of regional songs about the ‘heimat’, old and new miner’s songs and classical songs arranged for several voices, by Verdi, Mozart, J. Brahms and Schubert. Besides that, the repertoire includes modern music by Vangelis and Willy Appermont, for example.

The choir is usually accompanied by two accordion players and two guitarists. A very well known Belgian pianist-composer, W. Appermont, joins the choir on special occasions. Since 1988, the ‘Genker Mijnwerkerskoor’ has recorded and released 1MC, 4 CD’s and 2 DVD's.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Miner's Choir?

A miners' choir is made up of singers who perform traditional miners' songs, often with a strong connection to the miners' community.

Who can join the choir?

Are you interested in mining history and miner culture? Do you like to sing and would you like to be part of our men's choir? Or would you rather put yourself at the service of an employee? It's all possible... Please contact us using the contact form below.

How can I book a performance?

You can book a performance by contacting us using the contact form below. We are happy to discuss your wishes and possibilities.

This is what our choir sounds like

Jubilee concert (2020) on the occasion of 30 years of the miners' choir.

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