Steve Pretty (and Friends) On the Origin of the Pieces Kids

Why do drums make us want to dance? Can a seashell become an instrument? And what happens if you try to play a trumpet underwater? 

Join musician and composer Steve Pretty (leader of Hackney Colliery Band, described by BBC Radio 2 as ‘one of the greatest live bands that we have in this country’) for a live show packed with live music, discovery and brilliant special guests. 

You’ll hear amazing instruments from around the world, learn to hear like a musician, meet world class musicians from a range of diverse genres, and help create brand new sounds on the spot — all while exploring how music works and why it’s such a powerful part of being human. 

Based on Steve’s hit podcast (‘wide-ranging and insightful’ The Guardian), this new family format of his much-loved live shows launches with a joyful, interactive performance at Wilton’s. Expect sonic surprises, musical experiments and the kind of joyful energy that means ‘you’ll leave better informed and happier about the world’ (Whatsonstage).