Concerts and performances | University of Cambridge Museums

Read more about Sounds Green 2023, 26 July – Bones Apart

Highly acclaimed all-female trombone quartet, with international recognition as a leading brass chamber ensemble, wrap up the Sounds Green programme with a unique and diverse repertoire.

Read more about Sounds Green 2023, 19 July – Arun Ghosh Quintet

Clarinettist Arun Ghosh brings his trademark IndoJazz to Sounds Green. Conceived in Calcutta, bred in Bolton, matured in Manchester and living in London, Arun Ghosh’s musical style represents his rich cultural heritage.

Read more about Sounds Green 2023, 12 July – Honey & the Bear

Honey & the Bear

Join us for an evening of British folk music from singer songwriter duo Jon Hart and Lucy Sampson, who make up Honey & the Bear. Their music conjures stories in song through interwoven vocal harmonies and emotive song writing – expect a spirited live performance!

Read more about Sounds Green 2023, 5 July – Prime Brass

Set on the Garden’s Main Lawn, visitors can relax and enjoy informal and fun live music with family and friends, on a (hopefully) warm and balmy evening.

Expect big band sounds, both classical and contemporary, from this popular Cambridge-based 10-piece brass ensemble – Prime Brass.

Read more about What would you do? (With Atinuke) - CANCELLED

*We regret that due to a leak in the Museum roof we are taking the decision to cancel this event for the comfort and safety of Museum visitors and staff. Apologies for any inconvenience this cancellation may cause. Ticket holders have been informed*

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Join award winning traditional oral storyteller, Atinuke, to hear African folktales only meant for the ears of young people in the Museum galleries after-hours.

Read more about The House of Bedlam (Carl Raven – saxophone, Stephanie Tress – cello, Kathryn Williams – flute, and Larry Goves – electronics)

Since the group was formed in 2007, the outstanding musicians of The House of Bedlam, directed by composer Larry Goves, have constantly shocked, amused and amazed audiences throughout the UK, with performances that embrace theatricality, spoken word and improvisation. During the lockdowns of 2020, they recorded Enclosure, a highly acclaimed album released on the NMC label.

Read more about Fenella Humphreys, solo violin

Join us for a Chamber Music concert in the Kettle’s Yard House as we welcome back Fenella Humphreys playing a varied programme including baroque works, showpieces from Paganini and newer Celtic folk-inspired works.