Close up of hands playing piano, Hong Kong - photographer Mat Wright copyright British Council
ARTS AND CULTURE
MUSIC – FORTHCOMING EVENTS
MUSIC
Past events
For details of past events, visit the links below:
LSO & Periklis Koukos
The London Symphony Orchestra and Periklis Koukos.
The Audiovisual Lounge
A 'cinematic drinking experience' where the screen rather than a sound system is the focus of the night.
Domino Showcase
Sons and Daughters, Archie Bronson Outfit and James Yorkston.
Modern Pioneers
We present – a month of British innovation. The festival focuses on street culture, new screen and Resonance FM, London’s first radio art station.
Michael Nyman
April sees the launch of our Metropolis project, showcasing the latest UK creativity in urban design. Our first British guest is the composer , who, to the accompaniment of live piano music, will present and discuss his views on urban living, illustrated by his photographs of the urban environment.
Jazz from Dune Records
In collaboration with Jazz Upstairs, we present Gary Crosby’s modern acoustic jazz sextet NU TROOP playing four historic jazz albums.
BBC launches global talent search
As part of its season, the BBC has launched a global search to find the world's best young musical talent.
Modern Pioneers 2 Festival
Our collaboration with Bios continues with the – a month of British innovation on the theme of electronic games, including live shows demonstrating the most innovative trend in music today: the circuit-bending technique.
Urban sounds
A rare opportunity to see and hear some of the most talented DJs and MCs exploring the latest jazz and urban sounds from the UK. JStar, Honey Brown, DJ Flight, Brother Culture, Abi Clark and Champian will all be appearing live at Jazz Upstairs.
European Music Day 2007
Every year musicians from every musical genre gather together at European Music Day to celebrate and share their passion for music. Join them at this year's events and get those bodies moving!
British Sound Day
A unique concert bringing you three of the most promising bands on the UK music scene in a new British sound mix you simply won't be able to resist – Kaiser Chiefs, The Long Blondes and Good Shoes.
European Music Day 2008
Every year musicians from every musical genre gather together at European Music Day to celebrate and share their passion for music. Join them at this year's events and get those bodies moving!
European Music Day 2009
Once again this year we're supporting , which is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Greece with a three-day street party in 23 cities throughout the country.
Hip Hop Dance: Battle of the Year Balkans Festival
Join us at this year’s for the regional preliminary of the break dance competition where the best dance crew will be selected to represent the Balkans at the BOTY International on 20 November 2010.
ΕΜΜΑ 2010
We are delighted to support this year’s , which focuses on film scores and is taking place in the enchanting location of the Old Palace in Limenaria, Thasos.
