Disco Orchestrated with Brixton Chamber Orchestra
Get ready for a summer evening of disco classics as you’ve never heard them before. Disco Orchestrated is a show fuelled by a genuine passion for disco music and draws inspiration from legends like Earth, Wind & Fire and the Bee Gees with the unique infusion of intricate orchestral arrangements and captivating live improvisation.
You’ll hear two non-stop sets celebrating the iconic beats and melodies of your favourite disco anthems performed by four incredible vocalists and a 17-musician ensemble.
The band will bring to life the horn stabs, string lines, and bassline bravado that have come to define disco. The truly original sets are created with intricate orchestral arrangements, segues, and remixes worthy of the greatest disc jockey. Live horns & strings allow for infinite avenues of sonic exploration, built on a driving four-on-the-floor foundation.
Brixton Chamber Orchestra
BCO are a versatile group of instrumentalists who provide thrilling live orchestral experiences in unexpected venues. They are a product of local talent and the unique blend of creative energy and cultural diversity which characterises the area. They revel in innovative collaborations with a myriad of artists and genre from Grime to Gospel, Disco to Drum and Bass, Classical to Jazz, and everything in between.
Food and drink
- Enjoy a bigger range of street food this year, with multiple food stalls offering a variety of cuisines.
- The Kiosk will be open serving snacks, ice-cream and a wide selection of hot and cold soft drinks.
- A bar serving chilled beer, wines and spirits will be open through the evening.
- You are welcome to bring your own food into the event, however you are not permitted to bring any alcohol or glassware into the event. We will be running bag searches at the entrance of the event and any found will be confiscated.
Children
Although younger children are very welcome, this event is aimed at adults and young people and there will not be additional activities for small children.
Dogs
Well behaved dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a lead at all times.
Ticket Information
• We have allocated a limited number of Early Bird tickets, available until the allocation is sold. Once Early Bird tickets have sold out, tickets will only be available at the standard full price. We recommend booking early to secure the Early Bird rate.
• This is an outdoor, unsheltered event and will take place rain or shine, refunds will not be available for bad weather.
• Please come dressed suitably for the weather and the change in temperature as the sun sets.
• All members of your group, including children under the age of two, will need a ticket.
• Read the terms and conditions
• We cannot offer refunds for this event.
• Filming and photography will be taking place at this event.
• Bag searches will be in place; any alcohol or glass will be confiscated. A licensed bar will be open during the event.
Where to Arriving
• Please enter the Horniman Garden via the main entrance on London Road – walk up the Avenue and you will find the ticket gate directly ahead of you. This will be the only access point for ticket holders.
• The entrance on Horniman Drive will not be open.
Seating
• Please note most seating is either on grass or paved ground.
• We recommend bringing picnic blankets and cushions.
• Camping chairs are welcome towards the rear of bandstand terrace to ensure a great view for all.
• Some chairs and benches will be available with a number reserved for those with access needs. Do get in touch if you have any additional needs and we can accommodate.
Accessibility
• If you have access requirements and would like to speak to someone in advance of the event, please call 020 8699 1872 or email enquiries@horniman.ac.uk
• If you are a Blue Badge holder and would like to park onsite, please call 020 8699 1872 or email enquiries@horniman.ac.uk ahead of time to organise parking, see our Access page for more details.