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14 - 16 October 2025, WSA Film Music Days
8 - 19 October 2025, 52nd edition Film Fest Gent

Dear [fullname,fallback=],

As 2025 is now well and truly underway, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year. Your passion and dedication to the art of film music have made this community one to cherish. Thank you for your continued support, creativity, and inspiration. Looking ahead, this newsletter lets you in on a few key dates in 2025, our newest members, and a change of personnel. Welcome, Hanne!

But most importantly, our hearts go out to all those affected by the wildfires in LA. The heartbreaking scenes of people losing their homes have struck us deeply. Our thoughts are with all LA residents, including our friends in the film and music industry there who are facing this nightmare. We wish you resilience and courage as you navigate this challenging period.

World Soundtrack Awards
2025: key dates for our 25th anniversary year

In October, we are celebrating our Silver Jubilee! The World Soundtrack Awards will be held for the 25th time in history. What a journey it has been, but our story is only beginning. Let's set some key dates for our celebratory year:

  • 15 April l Start submissions WSA2025
  • 1 July l Start 1st voting round
  • 5 August l Start 2nd voting round
  • 14 ➝ 16 October l WSA Film Music Days
    • 15 October l 25th World Soundtrack Awards
    • 16 October l Film Music Concert
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Meet our newest members

We are happy to welcome the following new members to the Academy! Take a look at their personal profile page:

➝ You can find all WSA members here

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Meet Hanne, our new Music Projects Coordinator

After 17 years at FFG & WSA, Sophie Joos has decided to take on a new challenge, passing the torch to Hanne Schelstraete. For some of you, Hanne might be a familiar face, as she already coordinated our Guest Office and replaced Sophie during a short absence. For all things WSA, you can contact Hanne at hanne@filmfestival.be.

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Meet us in Berlin

On 13 February, the 75th Berlinale kicks off. Would you like to catch up with us during the festival? Don't hesitate to contact us. The following team members are in Berlin:

  • Wim De Witte, Programme Director
  • Michiel Philippaerts, Programme Department / Short Film Programmer
  • Kim Verthé, Press & Communication

➝ Find there contact details here

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Renew your WSAcademy membership for 2025

Now that the 24th WSA Ceremony & Concert lies a couple of months behind us, we invite you to renew your WSAcademy membership for 2025. As a member you are part of an inspiring community and get access to exclusive networking events, enjoy voting privileges for the World Soundtrack Awards and so much more.

How to renew your membership?

  1. Log in to your MyFFG profile
  2. Go to the tab "WSA" and click on the button "Renew your membership"
  3. Complete the form

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