When Music unites hearts:

A look back at CMCM’s Charity Concert for the Henri – Maria Teresa Foundation

Luxembourg, the 16.10.2025

On October 10th, the Rockhal d’Esch-sur-Alzette pulsed with emotion and solidarity. To mark World Dyslexia Day, CMCM, in collaboration with AMAM and the Grand Ducal Military Band, held the fourth edition of its charity concert “A Night of Swing & Broadway.” It was an evening where music, testimonies, and solidarity came together in support of the Henri – Maria Teresa Foundation.

That evening, under the baton of Lieutenant Jean Thill and with the voices of Rol Girres and Marion Welter, the audience experienced a timeless moment filled with swing, emotion, and shared humanity. From the very first notes, a warm, welcoming atmosphere spread through the hall. “At CMCM, every person is welcome, regardless of age or condition. Our mission is to help without distinction and we’ve been doing so for nearly 70 years,” recalled Fabio Secci, CEO of CMCM, in his opening speech, thanking the 323 people who came to support the cause.

To mark World Dyslexia Day, H.R.H. Prince Louis of Luxembourg, representing the Henri – Maria Teresa Foundation, presented the foundation’s new initiatives, including the creation of a support group for dyslexic adults. “What we learn through working on dyslexia can be applied to society as a whole. Neurodiversity is a strength and a necessity,” he emphasized.

The project was warmly applauded by Martine Deprez, Minister of Health and Social Security and former teacher. She also praised the progress made in education: “Schools have made tremendous progress. Today, we talk about children in difficulty, we support them, and that changes their future,” she said. “You, CMCM, contribute not only to physical health, but also to the mental health of our society through your unwavering commitment to solidarity.” For reference, dyslexia affects about 5 to 10% of schoolchildren, an estimated 4,500 students in Luxembourg.

This support is something Sam Houblie, HR Director of Hornbach, did not have in his young years. Speaking to a silent room, he shared his journey as a dyslexic child, the mockery, the obstacles, but also the resilience that led him to success. “Being different is not a weakness. Dyslexia taught me to think differently, to never give up,” he said.

To conclude, CMCM President Gilbert Goergen expressed his gratitude to everyone who made the evening possible – the Military Band, the artists, Kaempff-Kohler, Domaines Vinsmoselle, and the Rockhal. “This concert is proof that solidarity and kindness can change lives. And rest assured: we will do it again.”

Thanks to the generosity of donors, €18,000 was raised for the Henri – Maria Teresa Foundation. A night where difference became strength, carried by music and the union of hearts.