Brazilian trio Gilsons bring their signature blend of Bahia’s vibrant rhythms and modern MPB, continuing the legacy of their legendary father and grandfather, Gilberto Gil.
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Contemporary music
Hand to Earth & SHABAKA
A harmony of culture and sound through the blend of Wägilak song and British Jazz. Celebrating the launch of Hand to Earth’s new album Ŋurru Wäŋa (ROOM40).
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Contemporary musicTake part
Hand to Earth: Performance and Masterclass
Experience the much-anticipated Hand to Earth & SHABAKA concert and join the artists for a workshop exploring Australian First Nations music, dance and storytelling traditions.
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Contemporary music
Guildhall Jazz Ensembles
Join us for a vibrant showcase marking the end of induction week for the Guildhall Jazz department’s newest students.
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Classical musicContemporary music
ANNO: Four Seasons by Anna Meredith & Antonio Vivaldi
Experience the passage of time through a surprising and utterly fresh interpretation of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.
This programme features Antonio Vivaldi's Four Seasons interspersed with electronic compositions by Anna Meredith, with projections of visual art by Eleanor Meredith.
Scottish Ensemble
Anna Meredith electronics and composer
Eleanor Meredith visual art
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Contemporary music
Balimaya Project X Discos Pacífico All Stars Present: Calima
Balimaya Project meets the Discos Pacífico All Stars in a musical exchange blending West African and African-descendant cultures with Afro-Colombian marimba music and jazz.
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Contemporary music
Zbigniew Preisner
In celebration of his 70th birthday, Zbigniew Preisner, one of the most outstanding film composers of his generation, performs works from his vast collaborations.
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Contemporary music
Ustad Noor Bakhsh
Ustad Noor Bakhsh brings his electric Benju and a sound steeped in the deep-rooted traditions of Baloch music, joined by Amrit Kaur and Lahore’s acclaimed, genre-defying instrumental quartet Jaubi.
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Contemporary music
JAMBINAI with London Contemporary Orchestra
Korean post-rock band JAMBINAI make their Barbican debut in a rare and electrifying performance in our Hall.
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Contemporary music
Trio Da Kali
Experience the heart of Malian griot tradition through Trio Da Kali as they bring their culturally tuned sound with a contemporary twist for a magical night.
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Contemporary music
The Divine Comedy: Rainy Sunday Afternoon
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Join Neil Hannon and his band as they return with their latest orchestral pop masterpiece, Rainy Sunday Afternoon.
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Contemporary music
Incognito: Live with Orchestra
British acid jazz legends Incognito mark 45 years in this special concert with a live orchestra, celebrating their genre-defying sound.
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Contemporary musicClassical music
Hayden Thorpe: Song of Ness
Hayden Thorpe brings Ness to life, transforming Robert Macfarlane’s words into a spellbinding musical experience featuring Propellor Ensemble and musicians from Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
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Contemporary music
Touching Bass Presents: Halima & Illnoledge
Experience the synergy of this electrifying double bill, where club bangers drenched in honeyed Afro-pop and scorched R&B meet hypnotic rhythms that blend afrobeat, jazz, and reggae.
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Classical musicContemporary music
Darbar: Indian Music Appreciation Course
Unlock the Enchanting World of Raga and Tala. One day. Countless centuries of musical brilliance.
