DEBUT’s flagship secret
concert series
SHOREDITCH TREEHOUSE • BYOB • CONCERT STEINWAY GRAND PIANO
DEBUT at Shoreditch Treehouse
Check out What's On for details
of our monthly special Guest Musicians and setlists
One of London’s best kept secrets, DEBUT at Shoreditch Treehouse offers magnetic performances, time to chat to your favourite musicians and the chance to feel at home in the heart of London.
Launched in 2017, we've hosted over 125 sold out concerts in partnership with Shoreditch Treehouse (a breathtakingly beautiful bohemian loft space) showcasing 250+ top level musicians.
With over 500 ★★★★★ reviews and a legacy as Airbnb’s top Music Experience globally it's an experience unlike any other.
What’s it like?
You'll be greeted at the door, invited to explore Shoreditch Treehouse and grab a seat. While you buy a delicious drink from the Treehouse Bar our resident pianist, Sam Peña, will be playing fun improvised tunes on the piano, and taking audience requests until the concert starts. From there we'll have two sets of music (hosted by DEBUT’s founder, Lizzie Holmes) with an interval giving time for you to chat to your favourite performer, grab a selfie on the swing or try our Steinway concert grand piano.
ON THE NIGHT
7:00 PM - Doors open
7:30 PM - Concert Part I
8:15 PM - Interval
8.45 PM - Concert Part II
9:30 PM - Evening ends
Capacity is limited to 50 attendees.
Who will I see perform?
Every month we invite 2/3 new special guest musicians to join us for the concert. Each programme is curated by the performers to be diverse and fun, delving into the world of classical music as well as including some unexpected surprises. Check out our What’s On page for full details of our guest musicians.
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Experience DEBUT's flagship secret concert at the magical Shoreditch Treehouse, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Shoreditch, with a Steinway Concert Grand piano under a canopy of twinkling fairy lights.
MUSICIANS
Ridge Ponini tenor
Rob Burton saxophone
Thomas Ang collaborative piano
Lizzie Holmes soprano, host & founder
Nathan Tinker Pianist, improvisor
Experience DEBUT's flagship secret concert at the magical Shoreditch Treehouse, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Shoreditch, with a Steinway Concert Grand piano under a canopy of twinkling fairy lights.
MUSICIANS
Guest singer tbc
Hannah Shilvock bass clarinet
Lizzie Holmes soprano, host & founder
Sam Peña resident pianist & improvisor
Experience DEBUT's flagship secret concert at the magical Shoreditch Treehouse, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Shoreditch, with a Steinway Concert Grand piano under a canopy of twinkling fairy lights.
MUSICIANS
Shafali Jalota - soprano
Pedro Lopez - flute
Panaretos Kyriatzidis - collaborative pianist
Lizzie Holmes soprano & host
Sam Peña - resident pianist & improvisor
Saxophonist Rob Burton introduces five pieces that have been touchstones throughout his musical life, each one offering a glimpse into the influences that continue to inspire him.