PLEASE NOTE THAT TICKETS THROUGH THIS PAGE ARE FOR ENTRY TO ALBERT HALL ONLY, ON THE 25TH OF OCTOBER. FOR FULL WOMEX 24 WRISTBAND PASSES HEAD HERE.
Discover sounds from across the globe at this year’s Worldwide Music Expo (WOMEX)!
Albert Hall at WOMEX 24 Festival plays host to the Horizons Stage.
With 9 acts over 3 nights, the Horizons Stage celebrates the diverse music from England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland (Alba), and Cymru (Wales) helping talented artists gain international recognition.
Expect Welsh folk, West African Mandé music, avant-garde, Irish rap, hip hop, funk, classical, pop fusion and more.
The Horizons Stage is supported by Arts Council England, Culture Ireland, Arts Council of Northern Ireland, Creative Scotland, Wales Arts International, Arts Council of Wales, British Council, British Underground and Manchester Music City.
The full schedule including stage times is available on womex-festival.com. Please note this is subject to change, and final stage times will be released closer to the event.
Friday Lineup
Balimaya Project (England)
Balimaya Project infuses its music with the folklore and history of West African Mandé culture, combined with the vibrant energy of London. The nine-piece brotherhood features traditional West African instruments, including the balafon (similar to a xylophone) and the kora (a long-necked harp lute), crafting a transformative and healing musical experience.
Cerys Hafana (Wales)
Cerys Hafana is a visionary composer and multi-instrumentalist from Machynlleth, Wales. Known for transforming traditional music with her innovative use of the triple harp, Cerys explores resonances from the past, connecting them with the modern day in a contemporary and creative way to craft a truly unique sonic experience.
Gnoss (Scotland/Alba)
Gnoss’ signature sound is a rich tapestry of acoustic layers; outstanding musicianship, deep traditional roots and contemporary compositional flair combined to create songs and tunes brimming with character. The band has built a devoted following with their forward-thinking approach to traditional music and the unique warmth of their live shows.
Full Festival Passes
3-Night and 1-Night Passes are also available giving you access to all other venues and showcases. Visit womex-festival.com to find out more.
Further Information
WOMEX is produced by Piranha Arts. Manchester Music City is the local host partner for WOMEX 24. WOMEX 24 is supported by Manchester City Council, Arts Council England, Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), Manchester Airport Group.
The Horizons partnership is produced and coordinated by British Underground on behalf of Arts Council England, Culture Ireland, Arts Council of Northern Ireland, Creative Scotland, Wales Arts International, Arts Council of Wales and British Council.
