Echoes From The Birdcage

EVELYN GLENNIE percussion
JILL JARMAN piano
PAUL BOOTH saxophone
IAN EAST saxophone & wind
BRIAN O’KANE cello

Experience the vibrant soundscape of London’s King’s Cross with Echoes from the Birdcage.

In the first half, immerse yourself in a collection of percussion solos performed by Dame Evelyn Glennie, curated by Jill Jarman. These works capture the diversity of the city, from the meditative echoes of Messiaen to the energetic beats of Steve Reich and works infused with jazz and Balkan folk dance.

The second half brings to life the dynamic spirit of King’s Cross with Echoes from the Birdcage in a stunning collaboration between Jill Jarman and Evelyn Glennie. Don’t miss this sonic journey that weaves together history, culture and the everyday rhythms of city life!

Dame Evelyn Glennie is the world’s premier solo percussionist and a musician of many firsts: first full-time solo percussionist in the world and first to perform a percussion concerto at the BBC Proms. She is a double GRAMMY winner, BAFTA nominee, recipient of over 100 international awards and led 1000 drummers in the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics.