After a 250-year absence, the ‘Dictionary Desk’ of celebrated 18th century writer Samuel Johnson makes a historic return to his former abode, Dr Johnson’s House in the City of London.
Bringing the community together through music.
Cheapside Business Alliance is proud to present Sounds of Summer, a jam-packed programme of musical performances across the area.
There’s something for everyone this summer, whether it’s sitting back and relaxing to one of our many performers, ranging across steel pan, classical and jazz bands, taking part in activities including singing, or pumping up your commute to a whole DJ set outside Bank junction!
Check out the full programme of activities below:
Event Programme:
LIVE at St Mary-le-Bow: 16 to 20 June
Various | St Mary-le-Bow
St Mary le Bow are bringing back LIVE! The annual programme will be bringing back a week of free concerts and community events.
London Youth Choirs Performance: 25 June
5:15 to 6pm | Paternoster Square
London Youth Choirs help thousands of young Londoners each year by removing barriers and providing access to the joys and benefits of singing.
Noga Ritter & Friends: 1 July
6 to 7pm | The Royal Exchange
Described as an eclectic singer-songwriter, Noga Ritter fuses Hebrew Jazz with global grooves. Her performance is passionate and energetic, and promises to get you on your feet dancing and joining in on the journey.
Cheapside Choir Performance: 2 July
1 to 2pm | Paternoster Square
The first performance of the brand new Cheapside Choir, aiming to bring the community together through music. The Cheapside Choir has been practicing up-beat summery melodies, so come and give them your support ahead of their debut.
Endurance Steel Orchestra: 8 July
6 to 7pm | New Change Garden
There’s nothing better than the sound of steel pans to put a spring in your step! Luckily Marlon Hibbert is bringing his friends from Endurance Steel to do just that.
Carmen London DJ: 15 July
5:30 to 7pm | The Royal Exchange
Carmen London DJ is bringing the latest tunes and remixes outside The Royal Exchange to liven up your commute home – and encourage you to stop by, have a drink in the beer garden, and enjoy some absolute bangers. Tuesday is the new Thursday right?
Drum Works Performance: 19 July
3:30 to 4pm | St Paul’s Cathedral
Drum Works use drumming as a tool to inspire creativity, build social cohesion and empower young people. The charity now involves around 570 people every week, through five east London schools, two community programmes, and three progression bands. Their performance on the 19th July aims to bring all the drummers together to showcase their work.
Cheapside Big Sing: 22 July
1 to 2pm | The Royal Exchange
The Cheapside Choir will be joined by other local choirs for the Cheapside Big Sing on the steps of the iconic Royal Exchange.
Oneira Duo: 29 July
1 to 2pm | New Change Garden
Classical duo of flute and harp, bringing a serene sound to your lunchbreak.
