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Sounds of Blossom: Spring celebrations at Kew fuse blossom and new music

Sounds of Blossom: Spring celebrations at Kew fuse blossom and new music
Sounds of Blossom - Kew Gardens & Royal College of Music

The Sounds of Blossom festival of music and nature is returning to Kew Gardens once again in collaboration with the Royal College of Music (RCM). From 15 March to 6 April 2025, visitors to Kew will be able to appreciate the vibrant colours of blossom complemented by gentle soundscapes which open up the spaces and draw listening back into the sounds of nature. 

Seven composers all students on the RCM Bachelor of Music programme have created original pieces inspired by specific garden locations, creating an immersive experience for visitors as they explore the gardens in bloom. Drawing inspiration from the character and atmosphere of their selected locations, their pieces reflect the natural beauty of these spaces.

Professor Jonathan Cole, Head of Composition at the Royal College of Music, commented: “Working to a specific brief, engaging with the public and connecting to different industries teaches our students important skills, invaluable as they make the change from education to the professional life of a working composer, and we’re deeply grateful to Kew for supporting such a collaboration.”

Full details from Kew Gardens website.

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