Wed May 20 2026

8:00 PM (Doors 7:30 PM)

The Brook

466 Portswood Road Southampton SO17 3SD

£16.50

18 And Up (14+Accompanied)

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Belle Chen

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    Belle Chen

    Music

    With a musical style that is as uncategorisable it is captivating, Pianist and Composer, Belle Chen's music is a curious blend of classical, avant-garde, world, electronica, and sound art genres. Her approach to music is unpredictable, often bringing to the audience an element of surprise, yet she retains the tonal aesthetic of classical and neo-classical language in midst of textures drawn from experimental, avant-garde, and world genres. 

    Chen first gained attention in UK's art music scene with her self-released EP 'Listen, London' in 2014, in which she juxtaposed classical repertoire with field recordings taken around London. Self-released albums Mediterranean Sounds (2016), Mademoiselle (2017), Departure (2019) and Destinations (2020) followed - each with a distinct artistic vision - and earning Chen plaudits from industry heavyweights including Brian Eno ("original and provocative"), James Rhodes ("hugely impressive"), Max Reinhardt ("a revelation"), and BBC Radio 3 (Top 4 Best New Music of 2016 BBC Introducing). 

    To date, her creativity is acknowledged through a string of awards; while performance highlights include BBC Radio 3 70th Anniversary at Festival Hall, Latitude Festival, Melbourne Recital Centre, and Piano City Milano Midnight Main Stage.

    2022 will see Belle Chen's debut commission for the BBC Concert Orchestra (score for the Music and Meditation Podcast) as well as the The Papaya Tree Suite, scored for Piano, Electric Piano, Synth, and String Orchestra - premiered with the BBC Philharmonic. 
    In live performances, Chen performs multiple instruments - notably an acoustic piano (that is prepared and unprepared through improvisation), synth, and melodica - while sampling electronics and found sound through laptop. 

    Belle Chen is a Yamaha Artist.

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Please be aware of the following age-related restrictions for this event: 18 And Up (14+Accompanied).

See The Brook's Website for all info & other great events... ***AGE RESTRICTIONS*** - All our events are 18 and over for main ticket holders - 14 and over are permitted entry when accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. All entries require a valid ticket.


ALSO if you can display your barcode on your smartphone - you don't need to print your ticket. #SavePaper


Full Brook Terms & Conditions are here.


TicketWeb are committed to supporting grassroots & independent music across the UK and are proud to partner with & support the work of the Music Venue Trust. A contribution from the booking fee on each ticket goes directly to maintain and sustain this venue. For more info on the work the Music Venues Trust does to support grassroots venues in the UK please visit www.musicvenuetrust.com

Belle Chen

Wed May 20 2026 8:00 PM

(Doors 7:30 PM)

The Brook Southampton
Belle Chen

£16.50 18 And Up (14+Accompanied)

Belle Chen

Belle Chen

Music

With a musical style that is as uncategorisable it is captivating, Pianist and Composer, Belle Chen's music is a curious blend of classical, avant-garde, world, electronica, and sound art genres. Her approach to music is unpredictable, often bringing to the audience an element of surprise, yet she retains the tonal aesthetic of classical and neo-classical language in midst of textures drawn from experimental, avant-garde, and world genres. 

Chen first gained attention in UK's art music scene with her self-released EP 'Listen, London' in 2014, in which she juxtaposed classical repertoire with field recordings taken around London. Self-released albums Mediterranean Sounds (2016), Mademoiselle (2017), Departure (2019) and Destinations (2020) followed - each with a distinct artistic vision - and earning Chen plaudits from industry heavyweights including Brian Eno ("original and provocative"), James Rhodes ("hugely impressive"), Max Reinhardt ("a revelation"), and BBC Radio 3 (Top 4 Best New Music of 2016 BBC Introducing). 

To date, her creativity is acknowledged through a string of awards; while performance highlights include BBC Radio 3 70th Anniversary at Festival Hall, Latitude Festival, Melbourne Recital Centre, and Piano City Milano Midnight Main Stage.

2022 will see Belle Chen's debut commission for the BBC Concert Orchestra (score for the Music and Meditation Podcast) as well as the The Papaya Tree Suite, scored for Piano, Electric Piano, Synth, and String Orchestra - premiered with the BBC Philharmonic. 
In live performances, Chen performs multiple instruments - notably an acoustic piano (that is prepared and unprepared through improvisation), synth, and melodica - while sampling electronics and found sound through laptop. 

Belle Chen is a Yamaha Artist.

Please correct the information below.

Select ticket quantity.

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18 And Up (14+Accompanied)
limit 10 per person
General Admission
£16.50 (£15.00 + £1.50 Fees, excluding any delivery costs)

Delivery Method

eTickets

Terms & Conditions

Please be aware of the following age-related restrictions for this event: 18 And Up (14+Accompanied).

See The Brook's Website for all info & other great events... ***AGE RESTRICTIONS*** - All our events are 18 and over for main ticket holders - 14 and over are permitted entry when accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. All entries require a valid ticket.


ALSO if you can display your barcode on your smartphone - you don't need to print your ticket. #SavePaper


Full Brook Terms & Conditions are here.


TicketWeb are committed to supporting grassroots & independent music across the UK and are proud to partner with & support the work of the Music Venue Trust. A contribution from the booking fee on each ticket goes directly to maintain and sustain this venue. For more info on the work the Music Venues Trust does to support grassroots venues in the UK please visit www.musicvenuetrust.com