Melissa Aldana live in London

Experience Melissa Aldana live on November 13th

Melissa Aldana will perform at the Barbican Conservatory in London on November 13, 2026. Aldana is a Chilean-American jazz saxophonist and composer known for her emotionally resonant and technically virtuosic playing. Her style blends post-bop improvisation with influences from Latin American music, particularly Chilean folklore, and often explores themes of identity, memory, and loss. She gained prominence as the first female instrumentalist to win the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition in 2013 and has released several critically acclaimed albums including *Backpack* and *12 Steps to a Brand New You*.

The Barbican Conservatory is a unique public garden situated within the Barbican Estate, a Grade II listed architectural complex. Opened in 2014, it’s London’s second largest conservatory, housing a diverse collection of over 1,500 tropical plants from around the world. Designed by landscape architect Nigel Dunnett, it aims to recreate a rainforest environment within an urban setting. The space frequently hosts intimate performances, taking advantage of its natural acoustics and atmospheric surroundings. It represents a deliberate integration of nature and art within the broader Barbican Centre’s cultural programming.