New stages, fewer audiences but the same enthusiasm for music, for art, for culture.
The coronavirus has been a hard blow for everyone and also for culture in all its forms. Musical events in 2020 had to be cancelled and musical culture came to a standstill and had to adapt to a new online scenario, without an audience and without so many means.
This 2021 sheds some light and, despite the fact that theatres, squares and concert halls cannot be completely filled, culture is slowly opening its doors again and music will sound again. We will be able to see classical music concerts, pop and rock music, some festivals being held again… Life is music and the public is eagerly awaiting the moment to enjoy it again.
Classical music
This year we hope to recover an almost normal rhythm of performances in which musical stars and great orchestras will once again take to the stage. In Spain, several performances will be available.
The Berlin Philharmonic, with its conductor Kirill Petrenko, will perform in Spain in May on the 2nd (Palau de la Música in Barcelona), 3rd and 6th (Auditorio Nacional in Madrid), within Ibermúsica. That same month and within the same cycle, Yo-Yo Ma will perform Bach’s suites for cello (on the 13th). These are just some of the performances that can be enjoyed in the coming months in Madrid and Barcelona, if covid-19 allows it, new performances are expected.
5 musical events that you cannot miss
PaGAGnini
This successful show that Yllana co-produces with Ara Malikian, returns to Madrid to celebrate its tenth anniversary after a world tour through 28 countries. Thomas Potiron together with Eduardo Ortega, Fernando Clemente and Gueorgui Fourdnajev will unite on the same plane the humor, the madness of Yllana and the music on stage. A true wonder to enjoy music, art and culture.
When and where: April 2021; Madrid, Spain
Primavera Sound
Indie and alternative music is back, Primavera Sound will be held next June. This festival prides itself on being a platform for alternative music. Its creativity is superlative and it always has truly unique headliners.
Lineup: The Strokes, Gorillaz, Tame Impala, FKA Twigs, Tyler, the Creator, Jorja Smith, Iggy Pop, Disclosure…
When and where: June 2-6, 2021; Barcelona, Spain
Guns N’Roses Concert
Guns n’ Roses was undoubtedly one of the most listened to bands in the world during the late eighties and early nineties. Through their hard rock style and a certain punk attitude, Axel Rose’s band turned the music industry upside down. Next June they return to Spain, specifically to Seville, performing at the Benito Villamarín Stadium.
When and where: June 5; Seville, Spain.
Queen concert at the WiZink Center
In July, the Palacio de los Deportes in Madrid will become the stage for Queen and Alam Lambert. The concert will finally take place on July 6, 2021 in the capital after having to postpone its date due to the pandemic.
When and where: July 6; Madrid Wikink Center.
Tomorrowland
If there is a famous event and festival, it is Tomorrowland. The biggest electronic music show in the world. An incredible lineup with top-level artists, combined with exceptional attention to the smallest detail, creates the perfect experience so that attendees continue to be amazed at each edition.
Lineup: Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Marshmello, Amelie Lens, Adam Beyer, Eric Prydz, NERVO…
When and where: 16-18 July and 23-25 July 2021; Boom, Belgium
