London A Cappella Festival : About

The London A Cappella Festival is the first of its kind in the capital dedicated to the many forms of a cappella (meaning unaccompanied/just using the voice). Curated by the world-famous 5-time Grammy-winning vocal group the Swingle Singers and Ikon Arts Management, its main aim is to broaden the appeal of a cappella performance to as many different kinds of audiences across the capital and beyond, through concerts, free performances, and educational work, all under one roof.

CURATORS

The Swingle Singers

The Swingle Singers are legendary in the world of vocal groups. With their roots in 1960’s close harmony arrangements of both classical (Bach) and contemporary (Beatles) pieces, the group is now recognised as setting the standard of a cappella singing across the world. The Swingle Singers’ performances take them from the Royal Albert Hall to Ronnie Scotts and everywhere in between. The Swingle Singers boast 5 Grammy Awards and a catalogue of over 50 recordings.

www.swinglesingers.com

Ikon Arts Management

Ikon Arts Management is a forward-thinking music management agency representing some of the finest artists in the world. With over 20 years' experience in music management Ikon Arts Management develops world-wide concerts and tours, special projects and events for some of the worlds leading a cappella vocal groups and diverse contemporary ensembles.

www.ikonarts.com

Festival Patrons

Ward Swingle

Howard Goodall

Your Visit

Kings Place is situated just a few minutes walk from Kings Cross and St Pancras stations. Please click here for detailed directions.

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Useful links:

www.casa.org

www.acappellazone.com

www.universityacappellauk.wordpress.com

www.vocalblog.acappellazone.com

www.singacappella.com

www.thevoicefestival.co.uk

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