Missing live music ’cos you can’t get a babysitter?
Baby Rock Sampler run high quality, family friendly gigs outside the summer festival season for parents and carers. Their sold out shows have featured acts like Nubiyan Twist, The Orielles, Afriquoi, Stealing Sheep, HENGE and Honeyfeet – proper gigs for grownups that the kids enjoy too!
Expect a fun, playful, festival atmosphere, inflatables, free face-painting, crafts and other bits to keep the kids entertained before blowing their minds with live music by the brilliant Hackney Colliery Band.
About Hackney Colliery Band
Forget everything you thought you knew about brass bands! London’s Hackney Colliery Band take that traditional sound and re-invent it for the 21st century. Imagine the punchy power of nine musicians blending genres like a musical whirlwind, mixing afrobeat, jazz, hip-hop, ska, and disco. They ignore boundaries to create something truly unique and electric, making every one of their live shows a joyful, unforgettable party. Come and experience music that is innovative, exhilarating, and guaranteed to get you and your kids moving!
A co-production with The Met. Supported using public funding from Arts Council England.
Book tickets
- Sat 18 Apr 1:00 PM
Derby Hall @ The Met
Adults & children 8 years and over £17 / Children 3-7 years £8 / Children 0-2 years FREE
Please note this is a gig for parents, carers and their kids, in a child friendly setting. All kids must have an adult with them. No adults allowed in without a child. Babies aged 0-2 years are free but must have a ticket. Ear defenders will be provided, but there will be a limited amount. Please bring a pair if you have some.
Timings:
1:00pm – Doors open & DJ set
2:00pm – Live set by Hackney Colliery Band
3:00pm – Close
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