EC4A Area Guide

This event offers young brass players and percussionists the opportunity to perform to an all-star panel of adjudicators as part of the National Brass and Percussion Solo Competition. Students will also get the chance to participate in workshops throughout the day, culminating in a group performance. Friends and family are invited to attend the Results & Prize Giving Ceremony at 3:00 PM in Milton Court Concert Hall (no booking required). To take part in the National Brass and Percussion Solo Competition, please hit Book Now and then select which category you would like to enter. Upper Brass: Trumpet/Cornet Flugel Horn Lower Brass: French Horn Tenor Horn Euphonium Baritone Trombone Tuba Percussion Equipment Provided: - 5-octave marimba - 5-piece drum kit with two crash cymbals - Multi-setup including 4 concert toms, 2 bongos, concert snare, mounted cowbell, mounted woodblock, and 2 suspended crash cymbals NB: You can use any combination of the multi setup (e.g. from a snare drum only to a combination any the above listed instruments).

Get Ready for Waves & Vibes! Join us for an unforgettable night on Saturday, 3rd May 2025, from 7PM to 11PM as we set sail on the iconic MV Jewel of London for none other than the first Waves & Vibes Music Event! Featuring the sensational DJs Ash & SK, spinning the hottest tracks (House, RnB/Soul, Dance, UK Garage & Disco) to keep you dancing all night long! With the incredible MC Silkos hosting the mic, expect an electric atmosphere filled with energy and vibes! We will have an onboard photographer, that will be present during the event to capture unforgettable moments throughout the evening - with a web gallery to follow afterwards . Additionally, attendees can look forward to exciting free giveaways throughout the night Pick-up & Drop-off Location: BLACKFRIARS PIER, London

Junior Giscombe returns with the new single ‘Step Off’ featuring Lovers Rock star Paulette Tajah and Dancehall star Pinky Famous. ‘Step Off’ brings to the forefront the struggles of young women who fall into female gang culture and the difficulties they face in walking away. ‘Step Off” is a fusion of Junior’s signature falsetto, Paulette Tajah’s sweet vocals, and Pinky’s edgy lyrics to a backdrop of contemporary Dancehall R&B. This release is the second single from the album ‘Everyting Set’.

It's time to get groovy with ABBA on the Thames! This ABBA-inspired boat party is your chance to sing along to iconic tracks like Dancing Queen, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, and Mamma Mia, all while enjoying a stunning river cruise through London. With live performances by two top ABBA tribute singers and a mix of disco hits from the 70s/80s, you'll be dancing and jiving the whole way. Whether you're a die-hard ABBA fan or just in the mood for a fun party, this event will have you "having the time of your life!"

Get ready to take it Back to the Old Skool with the ultimate R'n'B edition at one of Shoreditch's finest spots! Hailed by Time Out and the Evening Standard as 'London's best Hip-hop R&B nights,' this party is a must for lovers of 90s to 2015 R'n'B. Expect to hear classics from Aaliyah, TLC, Usher, Destiny's Child, and more! With a killer DJ lineup featuring Emily Rawson (BBC 1Xtra), Sandra Omari, Pavlos, and Miss Gower, alongside hosting by Teddy, the night promises non-stop vibes. Get your tickets now for Back To The Old Skool: R'n'B Edition in London!

Socially distanced, live, new material, stand-up comedy upstairs at The Betsey Trotwood, London Pay-what-you-want - minimum £3