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London Sinfonietta in Berlin - photograph by Kai Bienert
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Examples of our current and recent work in music

Every year we support a range of different music projects around the world. From small performances and workshops to full-scale music concerts, the Music team in the UK works in conjunction with our overseas arts managers to create music projects that challenge outdated perceptions of the UK and create new collaborations and partnerships.

The following recent and forthcoming project examples provide a snapshot of the work that we do in the field.

Pictured left: London Sinfonietta in Berlin - photograph by Kai Bienert

The Selector
The Selector is a two-hour radio show featuring the best in contemporary UK music across all genres, showcasing the brilliance and diversity of modern British musical culture to the wider world.
Resound
Matthew Herbert and his Big Band headlined a major concert at the Barbican Centre in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the British Council on Monday 26 October 2009.
Incubator
This project is bringing cutting-edge UK musical talent to Latin America and the Caribbean by developing a network of music producers.
Young Music Entrepreneur Awards 2009
Alex Lavery and Vijay Nair were announced as the winners of the UK and International Young Music Entrepreneur Award 2009, at a ceremony as part of The Great Escape music festival in Brighton, UK.
National Youth Orchestra of Iraq
The British Council is delighted to be supporting the establishment of Iraq's first ever National Youth Orchestra.
The Beautiful Names
Sir John Tavener's piece of music for orchestra and chorus based on the 99 names for God according to Islamic tradition was performed for audiences in the UK and Turkey.
Soundpad
By creating a space away from the commercial pressures of the music industries in the UK and India, Soundpad explores the art of studio production while encouraging a dialogue amongst Indian and UK collaborators.
Rock Music Rock Art
'Rock Music Rock Art' is a unique synthesis of Ugandan and British music and art which had its UK launch in October 2008 at London's brand new cultural centre, Kings Place.
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