Ronald Van Spaendonck

Ronald Van Spaendonck is a renowned clarinettist and educator affiliated with the Royal Conservatories of Brussels and Mons (Arts2), and the Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris (Alfred Cortot). He also holds an honorary teaching position at the Guangzhou Conservatory in China. Recognized globally for his performances and endorsements with brands like Buffet Crampon and Vandoren, he serves as artistic director of the Lasne Festival since 2016.

His artistic collaborations span prestigious ensembles and musicians, including

• Founding member of Ensemble Kheops
• Collaborations with Skampa, Belcea, Ebène, and Modigliani Quartets
• Partnerships with violinists like Gidon Kremer and Renaud Capuçon
• Performances with orchestras such as BBC Philharmonic and Deutsches Symphonie Orchester Berlin

Ronald has received critical acclaim for recordings with labels like Harmonia Mundi and Naxos, earning accolades including "Diapason d'Or" and "Gramophone Choice". His career highlights include a BBC PROMS debut in 2002 and participation in the Edinburgh Festival.