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Experience an intimate chamber performance from members of Europe’s first majority Black and Ethnic Minority (BME) orchestra, comprised of exceptional musicians from across the continent. Founded in 2015 by distinguished international double bassist Chi-chi Nwanoku OBE, CHINEKE!’s mission is to champion change and celebrate diversity in classical music. CHINEKE! CHAMBER ENSEMBLE will be performing Strauss' (arr F Hasenoehrl) Till Eulenspiegel einmal andres, Errollyn Wallen's NNENNA and Beethoven's Septet in E flat, Op 20. The ensemble made its debut in 2017 in Manchester followed by concerts at Wigmore Hall, Cheltenham and Ryedale festivals in 2018. It has since performed at the Tonbridge Music Club, Wimbledon International Festival, Cambridge Music Festival, St George's Bristol, The Africa Center in New York, The Stables in Wavendon and Petworth Festival. This is a free, balloted event open specifcally for Newham residents. The ballot will open Wed 11 Sep and close on Fri 27 Sep. Tickets are limited to two per person. This event is funded by Newham Council as part of their Black History Month programme.