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Music in South Kensington

For all music lovers, South Kensington has plenty to offer from masterclasses, percussion festivals, big bands, classical, world music, live orchestras, music for all the family and so much more.

The Royal College of Music Museum & Guided Tours

10:15am–5:45pm
Royal College of Music
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The Royal College of Music's Museum offers a unique opportunity to interact with over 500 years of musical history. Items include the world’s oldest guitar and earliest keyboard instrument with strings. Enjoy a tour of the Museum, led by their knowledgeable team on Wednesdays at 12:30pm.

Give the Gift of Music

Royal College of Music
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A perfect gift for any music lover is the Membership of the Royal College of Music Friends scheme. In addition to priority booking and access to an exclusive programme of Friends events, they will receive regular advance info about RCM events while showing support for young musical talent.

Under 30s ticket offers

Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall are launching a brand new ticket scheme for audience members aged 30 and under. If you're aged 30 or under, you can access £20 tickets for some of their amazing concerts!

Kurt Cobain Unplugged

3rd June - 18th Nov 2025
11am-4pm
Royal College of Music
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Experience rock history up close – see Kurt Cobain’s legendary Martin guitar on display for the first time in Europe. Reunited with his famous green cardigan from the MTV Unplugged performance, this exhibition celebrates the enduring influence of Kurt Cobain and Nirvana.

Symphonic Queen

24 Sept 2025
7.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Get ready for an evening of rock like no other as Symphonic Queen returns to the Royal Albert Hall. Back by popular demand, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will deliver a tribute to one of the world’s most iconic rock bands: Queen.

BBC Proms 2025

18th July-13th Sept
Various times
Royal Albert Hall
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The BBC Proms is back for another summer of world leading orchestras, musicians and conductors. The full programme will be announced on Thursday 24th April.

All Things Orchestral

10th July
Hyde Park
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A fun-filled evening for everyone, featuring the greatest music from the worlds of classical, films and beyond in in London's beautiful Hyde Park!

Baby Broadway

30th June
11am
Royal Albert Hall
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Introduce your little ones to the magic of musical theatre. An interactive experience where the entire family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers.

Fête de la musique

21st June
7.30pm-11pm
Institut français
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The French Institute invites you to a vibrant, festive & free evening of live music! Join rock sensation The Perikats, pop poet George Ka and DJ duo Sunana and be prepared to hit the dance floor!