DEBUT is redefining how classical music is shared, experienced, and supported. We create welcoming, story-led concerts and development programmes that connect audiences with outstanding emerging artists in London and beyond.

Founded in 2015 by soprano and creative producer Lizzie Holmes, DEBUT has worked with over 350 musicians and brought classical music to thousands of people, many for the very first time. Whether in a Shoreditch loft or a 19th-century museum, our concerts are designed to be intimate, joyful, and inclusive, breaking down barriers between performer and audience.

🎶 What We Do

Secret Concerts: Monthly sell-out performances at Shoreditch Treehouse and The Brunel Museum. Over 125 concerts so far, with ~40% of audiences experiencing live classical music for the first time.

Horizon Project: Our artist development programme (launched 2022 with support from the Genesis Foundation) offers mentoring, masterclasses, and performance opportunities for early-career musicians.

Opera in a Day: Play-through workshops for singers, instrumentalists, and curious audiences that make opera fun, approachable, and collaborative.

🏆 Recognition & Reach

- Over 500 ★★★★★ reviews from audiences across London
- Named Airbnb’s No.1 Global Music Experience (2018)
- Featured by BBC Radio 3, Radio 4, Classical Music Magazine, Opera Now, Steinway & Sons, Alternative Classical, The Nudge
- Hosted concerts at: Shoreditch Treehouse, Brunel Museum, Queen’s House, Royal Opera House, Cutty Sark, Old Operating Theatre, Russell-Cotes Museum, Chettle House

🌟 Our Mission

We are passionate about supporting emerging talent, cultivating community, and sharing classical music in ways that are fresh, inclusive, and unforgettable.

DEBUT is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 1216650)

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