Performer. Ambassador. Innovator.
Living a life in music.
Leaving a legacy.
Solo percussionist and composer Dame Evelyn Glennie is a double GRAMMY winner, BAFTA nominee, recipient of the Polar Music Prize, the Léonie Sonning Music Prize and the Companion of Honour.
Performer
Evelyn Glennie, the world’s leading solo percussionist, revolutionizes music with her trailblazing artistry and boundary-defying performances.
Renowned for her groundbreaking artistry and innovation, Evelyn is the world’s premier solo percussionist. With over 30 years of international experience, she continues to redefine the boundaries of percussion performance and musical expression.
Ambassador
Evelyn is actively involved with a wide range of charities and organizations that reflect her passion for music, education, accessibility and development.
As an Ambassador, Evelyn is dedicated to inspiring positive change through the transformative power of listening.
As the Founder of The Evelyn Glennie Foundation, she champions projects that place listening at the heart of inclusion and creativity, helping people of all backgrounds to heighten their awareness of listening and discover new ways of connecting with themselves and others.
Innovator
Evelyn redefines music through fearless innovation, creating new sounds, instruments, and experiences that transform how we listen and connect.
As an innovator, Evelyn explores new musical horizons by commissioning original works, developing unique instruments, and discovering new sounds. Her pioneering approach transcends traditional boundaries, inspiring fresh perspectives on listening, performance, and human connection.
Where Purpose meets Partnership
Evelyn supports and is involved with a number of charities and organisations, some of which are listed below.
Evelyn Glennie. forever listening
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Living a life in music. Leaving a legacy.