Emma Rawicz’s Cloudwalker delivers fearless, spontaneous improvisation with a bold, international quartet. A unique blend of Nordic jazz, classical harmony, rock, and Brazilian grooves, it promises thrilling, uncharted soundscapes and a stellar sense of play.
In an exclusive double-headline show, longtime collaborators Kaidi Akinnibi & Mackwood join forces for an unmissable double bill as part of the 2026 EFG London Jazz Festival. Rapidly emerging as two of the most exciting voices in the new wave of UK jazz and beyond, Kings Place is proud to present two artists at the heart of the London jazz scene.
Everything falls into place. Gravity. Death. Life. Three forces that shape our existence, yet they remain mysteries we are still trying to understand.
A standout double-bill bringing together two boundary-pushing Take Five alumni for an evening of contemporary jazz, storytelling, and experimental sound worlds.
An exclusive concert celebrating the release of the critically acclaimed album Vital Spark (The Music of Kenny Wheeler), featuring the legendary Dave Holland, Norma Winstone MBE and The London Vocal Project.
For this special London Jazz Festival performance, the Jonny Mansfield Quartet celebrates the release of Wide Step, their new album on Resonant Postcards. Mansfield's blend of groove, lyricism and collective improvisation meets the dynamic interplay of Will Barry, Will Sach and Luke McCarthy, with special guest Emmanuel Michael adding his distinctive sound to the mix.
The Karelia Quartet explores music shaped by place, identity and tradition. Works by Peter Sculthorpe sit alongside masterpieces by Mozart, Grieg and Stravinsky, creating a programme rich in atmosphere, lyricism and discovery.
The Isla String Quartet and pianist Jamie Cochrane share an evening spanning four centuries — from Purcell's contrapuntal fantasias to Bartók's masterful fourth Quartet, with Schubert, Chopin and Godowsky's mighty Passacaglia between.
A meeting of two exceptional talents, as Irish fiddle master Martin Hayes and cellist Kate Ellis come together for a Songlines Encounters performance unlike any other, where tradition and contemporary exploration intertwine.
Following last year’s acclaimed performance at Kings Place, acclaimed Iranian composer Peyman Yazdanian returns with Adib Rostami for a special live accompaniment to the restored silent film masterpiece ‘Grass: A Nation’s Battle for Life’ (1925).
Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an award-winning Anglo-Scottish duo who came together after discovering a shared love of traditional music. Their songs tell vivid stories about the nature of life and our place in the world. In this special Future Folk show, they'll lead us into the festive season, presenting their brand-new festive album 'Great Joy to the New'.
A special evening of live music and visual art created through a collaborative project with University College London, exploring the experiences of younger people living with Parkinson’s.
This show is a meditation on the artist and the muse, past and present. Moving seamlessly through different eras, Olivia will perform new material and ideas, while revisiting beloved and lesser-known songs from her growing back catalogue.
With impeccable musicianship and an infectious ‘joie de vivre’, Kings Place welcomes back Genticorum, a band comprising some of the most distinctive voices in traditional Québécois music, seamlessly melding fiddle, flute, accordion, guitar, foot percussion and voices.
For thousands of years the Psalms have been sung and remembered – words of sorrow, joy and hope that have travelled across generations and cultures. Aurora Orchestra’s latest collaboration with the BBC Singers brings together three composers.
Join Benjamin, Henry and Mike of the Three Bean Salad Podcast for a night of rat-themed stories to honour the twelve days of Ratmas!
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‘Cailroe’ is a significant new venture of previously unknown works written by the highly acclaimed Irish Traditional composer and musician, John Dwyer. Hear it live for the first time, performed by a powerhouse lineup of celebrated folk musicians.
Celebrating 40 years of The Smiths' masterpiece. A special evening at Kings Place including stories, memories, behind-the-scenes insights, audience Q&A, video archive footage and memorabilia.
Following a hugely successful run of shows, Steve Knightley and the Winter Yards Band return in Autumn 2026. Best known as co-founder of revered folk phenomenon Show of Hands, Steve Knightley’s latest work blends poetic songwriting with a cinematic acoustic sound, a ‘folk noir’ style which has been winning audiences across the UK. With support from special guest Megan Henwood.
Kings Place Jazz Orchestra brings big-band swing to the festive season, as Callum Au directs the new resident ensemble in seasonal favourites with acclaimed jazz vocalist Atila. Kings Place Jazz Orchestra is a handpicked, project-based
Experience the captivating sounds of Kurdish and Anatolian folk music with siblings Dîlan Top and Erkan Top. Blending soulful vocals with virtuosic bağlama, their performances celebrate the rich musical traditions of their homeland while bringing fresh energy to timeless songs. A heartfelt evening of storytelling, heritage and extraordinary musicianship.
It’s time to get together for our annual Xmas Special at the end of an epic year… how did we get here and what will happen in 2027? Plus festive unreliable predictions, question time, and much more.
It’s time to get together for our annual Xmas Special at the end of an epic year… how did we get here and what will happen in 2027? Plus festive unreliable predictions, question time, and much more.