Kew Gardens to launch new spring festival in collaboration with the Royal College of Music
Experience the charm of spring at Kew Gardens this year with the debut of the Sounds of Blossom festival in March. In collaboration with students from the Royal College of Music, the festival will feature six unique compositions inspired by Kew's spring landscape. These compositions will be heard from various locations around the Gardens, including blossom trees and scenic areas with magnolias, offering a beautiful sensory experience. Composers such as Daniel Musashi, Jasmine Morris, Tymon Zgorzelski, Lucy Holmes, Delyth Field, and Louis Enright contribute their talents to this special event.
Beyond the music, visitors can enjoy live performances by Royal College of Music artists every weekend and savor blossom-inspired dishes at Kew's catering outlets. Additionally, a series of free talks covering topics such as pollination and tree conservation.
The Sounds of Blossom festival in London offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate spring.
Date: 23 March - 14 April 2024. Location: Princes of Wales Conservatory, Kew, Richmond, London, TW9 3AE. Price: Entry to the festival is free with a ticket to Kew Gardens. From adult £20, child: £4.50. Book now.
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