New York Afrobeat ensemble Antibalas are joined by Bettye LaVette, José James, Zara McFarlane, Alice Russell and Nona Hendryx, to honour the legacy of the Queen of Soul.
The captivating melodies of Mexican-American musician Lhasa de Sela are brought back to the stage in a heartfelt tribute from musician fans, friends and collaborators.
Hard-grooving ensemble Third Coast Percussion perform new works by two musical visionaries – iconic minimalist composer Philip Glass, and pop polymath Devonté Hynes (Blood Orange).
Performance artist and musician CHRISTEENE performs Sinéad O’Connor’s The Lion and the Cobra with her live band, friends and allies, in this world premiere.
Guildhall Session Orchestra: New Music for Illuminated River
Join the Guildhall Session Orchestra on a journey of new music inspired by London, Cannon St, Southwark and Millennium bridges, the first four bridges now lit up by the Illuminated River artwork.
One of the most successful Greek singers, Eleftheria Arvanitaki performs her mix of traditional, rebetiko and Asia Minor influences with contemporary influences from Greece and the Mediterranean.
Electronica and techno producer Max Cooper attempts to capture the overwhelming vastness of infinity within the space of the Barbican Hall with his new project Yearning for the Infinite.
California-born, Manchester-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Jesca Hoop performs her finely crafted songs, including old favourites and selections from her upcoming Summer 2019 release.
