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The foundation of Southbank Centre’s extensive classical music programme is its Resident Orchestras and festivals, featuring some of the world’s most talented and inspiring musicians.
New Orchestral Season On Sale NowMore Info
Former Mercury Prize nominee Kathryn Williams returns to Southbank Centre.
Saturday 25 September 2010More Info
Following two sell-out and critically acclaimed performances in May 2009, the legendary Irish singer-songwriter Christy Moore returns to Royal Festival Hall.
Friday 5 November 2010 - Saturday 6 November 2010More Info
Following two sold-out and highly acclaimed performances at London's Science Museum, pioneering ensemble Icebreaker and formidable guitarist BJ Cole bring Brian Eno's album Apollo to Southbank Centre.
Wednesday 15 September 2010 - Thursday 16 September 2010More Info
Southbank Centre continues its relationship with Venezuela's life-changing music program, El Sistema, by presenting the debut UK appearance of the outstanding Teresa Carreño Youth Orchestra.
Tuesday 12 October 2010More Info
Southbank Centre continues its relationship with Venezuela's life-changing music program, El Sistema, by presenting the debut UK appearance of the outstanding Teresa Carreño Youth Orchestra.
Thursday 14 October 2010More Info
Latest Classical Blog
An Encounter with the Simón Bolívar String Quartet
On Tues 7th Sept at 3.00pm in the Purcell Room there is a unique opportunity to have a moment of insight into the famous Venezuelan music education programme ‘El Sistema’ from one of their leading exponents, the Simón Bolívar String Quartet. Guest-chaired, the discussion will touch on personal experiences of growing up in the El Sistema, [...]
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Latest Gigs & Contemporary Music Blog
What do David Byrne, Devendra Banhart and M.I.A all have in common?
Q: What do David Byrne, Devendra Banhart and M.I.A all have in common? A: They’ve all been inspired by modern Brazilian music. The fascinating film Beyond Ipanema – Brazilian Waves In Global Music looks at how the cross-pollination of musical styles - as well as sampling and globalisation - have helped Brazil to secure a unique position in global music culture, [...]
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