Evelyn Glennie & Sioux City Symphony Orchestra | Bruce Miller “Glennie spiced it up with a forceful approach to each percussive invention. The marimba was the appetizer, bringing the audience to the table. A spread of instruments (including a triangle, a ratchet, maracas and tambourines) became a palate cleanser before a vibraphone main course and a snare drum dessert were … Read More
BBC’s Bring The Noise Campaign
The BBC have launched their Bring The Noise Campaign, set to help primary school teachers and parents inspire young children to become musicians and see the joys of Music-Making. Musicians and artists from all over the world, including Evelyn, will come together for the BBC Education campaign. These short films are set to help start children on their first steps … Read More
How To Help Someone Who Lip Reads
Evelyn provides us with her top tips to help someone who lip reads as part of #NationalLipReadingAwarwnessWeek! -Try to speak steadily. -Keep unnecessary words to a minimum. -Eye contact is essential, so avoid sunglasses! -Try to avoid facial hair getting in the way of the mouth. -Try and avoid speaking in the dark or direct sunlight. -Deafness is not always … Read More
Aachen “Last Night” Concert | Reviews
“Aachen. The silvery long hair falls like a veil over her face. Evelyn Glennie has gently knelt on the floor, picking up two chopsticks with the movements of an archaic priestess and stroking short tubes – krrrack, krrrrack. The sound is painful and unexpected, the audience listens. The British percussionist (54), ruler of about 1500 percussion instruments, showered with honorary … Read More
A Podcast with Isaac Harari
On Tuesday the 17th of August Evelyn invited Isaac Harari to join her at her home studio in Cambridgeshire to conduct a MusicPlus podcast for Classic Music Magazine, hosted by Chris Gunness. The podcast aims to explore the big idea revolved around the social responsibility and relevance of classical music today. Evelyn is a patron of AYM and Issac is … Read More
Trestle Records | One Day Band Live
On the 24th of August 2019 Evelyn joined Trestle Records introduce their One Day Band Vinyl with a mesmerising gig, which took place at Cafe OTO, London. Evelyn was joined by fellow musicians Kuljit Bhamra, Charles Hayward, Sam Beste, Dean Valentine Smith and Bex Burch. This was the first time the session has left the studio to be recorded live … Read More
World Elephant Day 2019 | Behind The Scenes
Monday the 12th of August 2019 marks World Elephant Day. Our aim is to immerse listeners into a unique sound world. We read so many articles regarding the impact poaching has on wildlife but how does 'being' in this scenario make you feel with no other influences? When some of your other senses are hindered, those which remain become extremely ... Read More
Evelyn on Cbeebies YolanDa’s Band Jam
In July Evelyn began filming for the second series of YolanDa’s Band Jam, where she will feature as a guest on the show! More information soon to follow…
Happy Birthday Evelyn!
East Anglia’s Children Hospices EACH offer care and support for children and young people with life threatening conditions and support families across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk. Evelyn has worked closely with EACH over the years, and will be performing at their Light up EACH Life event in December! GOSH Every day brings new challenges at Great Ormond Street Hospital ... Read More