Category: MUSIC
Chineke at the Southbank
This June Chineke has showcased an eclectic programme which featured compositions by Nigerian composer Fela Sowande, British Nigerian composer Cassie Kinoshi along with German composer Max Richter’s new re-composition of The Four Seasons, by Vivaldi.
Perfection, of a Kind: Britten vs Auden
Britain’s most celebrated classical composer, Benjamin Britten, not only met his hero, in the shape of poetry legend Wystan Auden but worked with him for a period of time at the beginning of his illustrious career.
Jacky Terrasson at the St Cannat Jazz Festival
Terrasson makes you want to leap out of your seat and dance, the way he does while he is playing, occasionally jumping on his feet or tirelessly moving up and down the piano stool.
Death of Icon | Tina Turner
Perhaps Tina Turner’s greatest achievement was being an inspiration to women around the world in abusive relationships. Through her example, they could see that it was possible to leave an abusive partner and rebuild their lives.
The Coloured Valentino
The Coloured Valentino is a story of hopes and dreams, fighting the obstacles of racial injustice and smashing glass ceilings against all the odds.
SXSW the World’s most unique festival
Ultimately the 2021 edition of SXSW festival was a roaring success and in many ways showcased the fact that this festival is a great opportunity to instigate cultural conversations across the boundaries of artistic disciplines.
Sarah Téibo, the London philanthropist jazz singer
Sarah Téibo writes songs that inspire and encourage people to keep pushing in spite of the hurdles of life, which inevitably keep coming.
Open Mic UK
The uniqueness of Open Mic UK was evident from the moment I arrived at this year’s final. The first thing I noticed is that the judges were not seated on stage, but rather in the theatre’s dress circle. They were introduced at the start of every final, with finals divided according to ages, but once introduced you never heard from them again.