Ambassadors
We teamed up with some of the most exciting musical artists around for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day 2016, representing every genre of music, from rap to pop, and folk to classical. Our Ambassadors made appearances at events throughout the UK. Find out what Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day meant to them below
Nile Rodgers
Music takes you to a place you go during the experience of it, and then after you experience it you are different. I'm proud to be a Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador; to try and help a few someones to become different.
As one of the founding members of the most successful group of the disco era - Chic - has enjoyed an unparalleled career spanning decades. His profound influence extends across almost every musical genre and he has collaborated with some of the all time greats including Bowie, Madonna and Prince. He has also worked with some of the most exciting contemporary artists such as Daft Punk, Pharrell Williams and fellow Music Day ambassadors, Duran Duran and Laura Mvula.
Duran Duran
Will Young
Will Young
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Will Young
has been a household name for over a decade and is now one of the nation's best loved singers. In the studio and live on stage he is a natural performer and a true believer in the power of music.
I am very pleased to be an ambassador for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day to help show how music in the UK can live and breathe and how it moves people wherever they are and whatever their circumstances.
For Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day Will Young performed for workers in a tea warehouse in Bristol. You can see highlights of his performance in our
Laura Mvula
stormed onto the British soul scene in 2013 with her album 'Sing To The Moon' which gained her national acclaim. She cites her influences as Nina Simone and Lauryn Hill and has recently collaborated with fellow Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day Ambassador Nile Rodgers on her latest single 'Overcome'.
Laura performed alongside Duran Duran at our Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day finale event at The Eden Project. You can see the highlights on
Travis
Travis
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassadors Travis
In a unique collaboration for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day, the award winning Scottish Band joined the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scottish Symphony Orchestra for a fabulous night of music at the iconic Barrowland venue in Glasgow on Friday 3rd June 2016. The highlights are available on the
Lianna La Havas
Lianne La Havas
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Lianne La Havas
Soul songbird is a triple talent. She's a songwriter, a singer and plays more than one instrument. Her raw creativity earned her a place on the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Sound of 2012 when she was just breaking through. Now an established artist, she is currently touring the world supporting global megaband Coldplay.
Labrinth
Labrinth
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Labrinth
"Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day believes in what I believe in - sharing music. I'm proud to be an ambassador"Labrinth
Labrinth, is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer and Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day Ambassador.
Jennifer Pike
Jennifer Pike
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Jennifer Pike
I was inspired to become an ambassador for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day because it brings music to everybody
A renowned classically trained violinist, won the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Young Musician Of The Year award when she was just 12 years old. She now performs alongside the world's top orchestras and is a keen spokesperson, encouraging young people to engage in music.
Jack Savoretti
Jack Savoretti
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Jack Savoretti
gritty, distinctive vocals have made him a star for acoustic and soul lovers alike. It's his song writing however, which really made him stand out in 2011 when he released 'Before The Storm'. The album became a massive Radio 2 hit.
On Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day, Jack performed live on the iconic Tower Bridge as part of .
Lawson
Lawson have firmly established themselves as one of the nations favourites on the pop-rock scene, since their breakthrough in 2012. After a year long break from releasing music, Lawson are back with an exciting new sound.
You'll be able to catch Lawson on the that is taking place at Eden, especially for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day.
Naughty Boy
Naughty Boy
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Naughty Boy
From Sam Smith to Beyonce, has worked with and produced records for the biggest names in the industry, so he knows a thing or two about the power of collaboration - the theme of Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day 2016.
Blossoms
Blossoms have featured on number of "bands to watch " list in 2016 including Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Sound Of new music list for 2016. The indy-pop 5 piece from Stockport are set to make waves on the music scene with their upcoming UK headline tour.
For Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day Blossoms revealed their cover of Manic Monday on
Charles Hazlewood
has enjoyed a global and pioneering career conducting some of the world’s greatest orchestras, including the Gothenburg Symphony in Sweden and the Philharmonia in London. He is also the founder of The British Paraorchestra who he's conducting on Music Day at Colston Hall in Bristol. Tickets are available .
Ruby Turner
Ruby Turner
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Ruby Turner
Gospel singer extraordinaire will be in Birmingham New Street Station for an unforgettable performance at 9.00am on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day, Friday 3rd June 2016. There will be a flash-mob style performance at the station of the Gospel classic 'This Train' which Ruby will be performing along with the winners of the first-ever Songs of Praise Gospel Choir of the Year, The Birmingham Town Hall Gospel Choir.
Lady Leshurr
Lady Leshurr
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Lady Leshurr
One of the most talked about female rap artists of recent times, memorable lyrics are sure to stick. On Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day, Get it Loud In Libraries in Lancaster is staging an exclusive all ages show which she will be headlining. Tickets are available from :
Martin Carthy
Martin Carthy
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Martin Carthy
is an English folk singer and guitarist who has remained one of the most influential figures in British traditional music. He emerged as a young musician in the early days of the folk revival and gained notoriety for his unique and traditional style. He has collaborated with a wide variety of artists throughout his career, which makes him a perfect Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day Ambassador.
On Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day, Martin Carthy is leading a unique folk collaboration with Manchester balladress, Jennifer Reid, vocalists Glen Latouche and T Carthy from Edward II and The Fosbrooks.
They are performing their version of 'Handloom Weaver's Lament' with clog dancing on the rooftop of Bruntwood's Blackfriars House and beautiful views of Manchester as their backdrop.
Bob Chilcott
Bob Chilcott
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Bob Chilcott
"I am thrilled to be associated with Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day, a day when communities are encouraged to make music together. There is something very special about joining with friends and neighbours to sing or play."
is a classically trained singer turned composer and conductor. Bob is our ambassador for the ‘Bells Ring Out for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day’ – where church bells will ring simultaneously across the UK at 7pm. Bob was a chorister at King’s College Cambridge and is most renowned for his choral and sacred works, so he is well placed to champion the long held traditions surrounding church music within Britain. On Friday 3rd June Bob will be conducting the for their performances on Radio 3.
Mark Simpson
Mark Simpson
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Music Day ambassador Mark Simpson
At the age of 17, became the first ever winner of both the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Young Musician of the Year and Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Proms/Guardian Young Composer of the Year. In 2015 Mark was appointed the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Philharmonic Orchestra's 'Composer in Association' and also continues to perform as a clarinettist.
