Music and painting share a common word: composition. There is also a well-established tradition of composers using paintings as inspiration for their musical compositions.
Reinforcing this relationship between music and painting, the Gallery has a regular programme of musical performances, with occasional special concerts and events taking place throughout the year.
Belle Shenkman Music Programme
Central Hall
Admission free
Musicians from the Royal College of Music perform a different programme each week, thanks to generous support from the family of Belle Shenkman.
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Bar with Live Music
Every Wednesday, 6 - 9pm
Sainsbury Wing Foyer
Admission free
Every Wednesday evening the National Gallery offers the chance to relax and meet friends in the Sainsbury Wing Foyer. Listen to live music while enjoying a drink from the bar before joining a talk or tour, visiting an exhibition or just viewing your favourite pictures in the collection.
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Songs for a Summer Evening
Wednesday 20 August, 6-7.15pm
Room 36
Jon Nickoll
Free
Musician and singer Jon Nickoll will perform a series of classic 20th century songs celebrating summer.
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Dame Myra Hess Day
Concerts
Tuesday 25 November, 1-2.15pm and 7.30-9pm
Room 36
Tickets: £4/£3 concessions
Free Afternoon Talk
Theatre
3.30-4.30pm
This annual event honours Dame Myra Hess who initiated, directed and performed a
series of legendary concerts at the National Gallery during the Second World
War.
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