Around the world in 60 minutes - Family Concert

31 October 2009 at 1:30pm
Rich Mix, Rich Mix, 35 - 47 Bethnal Green Road London E1 6LA

Musicians from Grand Union and Grand Union Youth Orchestra bring a carnival of sound to delight and entertain a family audience of all ages. Unted on stage from as far afield as the Caribbean, Latin America, Asia and Africa they create a wonderful mix of jazzy melodies, pulsating drum rhythms, and vocal sounds from arouth the world. Expect to get swept up in a musical journey and find yourself dancing and joining in the fun.

The conecert will be followed by a family world-music workshop suitable for children aged seven and above.

Please purchase tickets through the Rich Mix box office

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Get involved

If you're a young musician living in East London, and like jazz/world music, come along and get involved!