Our new cross-arts season tunes in to planet earth, an inexhaustible source of inspiration to artists, and the burning challenge of our time.
Season
Classical music
Academy of Ancient Music Multibuy 2025/26
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You can save with our Academy of Ancient Music Multibuy.
Season
Classical music
Arvo Pärt at 90
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We celebrate the great Estonian composer's 90th birthday with the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, the Carice Singers and the 12 Ensemble.
Season
Classical music
Darbar Festival 2025
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Join us as we celebrate 20 years of Darbar Festival — honouring Indian classical music and the enduring legacy of Bhai Gurmit Singh ji Virdee’s vision and values.
Season
Classical music
Davóne Tines: Artist in Residence
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American baritone Davóne Tines is our Artist in Residence, performing works by pioneering avant-garde composer Julius Eastman and compelling music with the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
Season
Classical music
Liminal
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Introducing Liminal: a bold new chapter in the Barbican’s classical music programme.
Season
Classical music
Gabriela Montero: Artist in Residence
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Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Montero is our Artist in Residence at Milton Court this season and will perform in recital as well as being joined by the Calidore Quartet.
Season
Contemporary music
EFG London Jazz Festival 2025
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The world’s best jazz, right here.
Season
Classical music
ECHO Rising Stars
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The Barbican is proud to be a part of ECHO, the European Concert Halls Organisation – which collaborates each year to give Europe’s brightest young musical stars a truly international platform.
Season
Classical music
Total Immersion: Icelandic Chill
Feel the chill… Experience a deep dive into the cutting edge of Iceland’s mesmerising musical landscape in a full day of events with the BBC Symphony Orchestra and guests.
