Philippe Herreweghe and Outhere give birth to the label « φ » (phi).

Philippe Herreweghe will assume the artistic direction of this catalogue which will hold exclusive rights for his recordings with Collegium Vocale Gent and l’Orchestre des Champs-Elysées. It will be produced, edited and distributed by Outhere.

By creating this collection, Philippe Herreweghe wishes to freely materialise the fruit of a long career of musical research and experiences. Outhere enthusiastically supports him in this endeavour.

At a rhythm of 4 to 5 productions a year as from 2011, the catalogue will comprise productions devoted to the main symphonic and choral repertoire, polyphony and of course to the works of JS Bach that Philippe Herreweghe wants to revisit to produce ever more accomplished versions.

The first release, Mahler’s Fourth Symphony, is scheduled for fall 2010. It will be followed, in spring 2011, by Bach’s motets and, subsequently, by works by Josquin Desprez, Brahms and Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis.