Rhiannon Giddens live in London

Experience Rhiannon Giddens live on December 6th

Rhiannon Giddens is a musician celebrated for traversing a diverse range of American musical traditions. Her work prominently features folk, blues, jazz, and early country sounds, often re-contextualized to explore themes of African American history and identity. She is proficient on the fiddle and banjo, frequently incorporating these instruments into arrangements alongside vocals that demonstrate considerable range and emotive power. Giddens’s performances often include historical context and storytelling, aiming to illuminate the origins and evolution of the music she performs.

The venue for the concert is Koko, located in Camden Town, London. Originally opened as the Music Hall in 1881, it underwent several iterations including a period as a BBC theatre. The building experienced significant damage by fire in 2020 but has since been meticulously restored and reopened in 2022. Koko is known for its ornate Victorian architecture – particularly its dome and grand staircase – and its capacity of approximately 1,800 standing or 1,400 seated. Throughout its history it has hosted a wide variety of musical acts spanning multiple genres, establishing itself as a prominent live music venue within London’s cultural landscape.