Battle of the bands is back!

nonclassical’s Battle of the Bands is back, showcasing the unorthodox, the unusual and the unheard.

Five bold artists compete to be champion: expect the unexpected, with artists at the cutting-edge of new experimental, electronic, and contemporary classical music. Now in its fourteenth edition, previous competitions have featured wild performance art, improvising choirs, mind-bending electronica and more.

Witness the newest sounds from your new favourite artists, live and in person at the Victoria, and help us choose the sound of 2026 by voting for your favourite.

This event is generously supported by the Hinrichsen Foundation and the Mila Charity.

Find out more about the artists performing on our blog!

Thanks to the Mila Charitable Organisation and the Hinrichsen Foundation for their support.