Chineke! Orchestra live in London

Experience Chineke! Orchestra live on January 29th

Chineke! Orchestra will perform at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London on January 29, 2027. Chineke! is a pioneering British orchestra composed of primarily musicians of Black and ethnically diverse backgrounds. The ensemble performs a broad repertoire encompassing classical music from the standard orchestral canon alongside works by composers of colour who have historically been underrepresented. Their programming often aims to celebrate and showcase this wider range of musical voices, challenging traditional perceptions within classical music.

The Queen Elizabeth Hall, part of the Southbank Centre, opened in 1967 and is a significant concert venue renowned for its acoustics and modernist architectural design. It was conceived as part of a broader vision to create a national cultural centre on the South Bank of the River Thames. Designed by architects Hubert Bennett and Leslie Martin, it’s notable for its concrete construction and functionalist aesthetic, reflecting post-war British architecture. Throughout its history, the Hall has hosted performances by leading orchestras, ensembles, and soloists across various genres, but maintains a strong focus on classical music and contemporary performance art. It underwent a major refurbishment completed in 2018 which improved accessibility and facilities while preserving its core character.