Srdjan Ivanovic ‘Modular’ Band Performance
On December 13, 2025, experience the captivating world of Modular with Srdjan Ivanovic, a celebrated drummer and composer from the Balkans. Alongside a talented band featuring Manu Codjia (guitar), Yoni Zelnik (double bass), and 18-year-old virtuoso flutist Louise Chavanon, Srdjan takes the stage to showcase his unique blend of 15/8 Balkan rhythms, 6/8 West African beats, and jazz improvisation. This performance will evoke the spirit of northern Paris, where music transcends boundaries and cultures. Join them for an unforgettable evening of creative sound and rhythmic exploration.
December 13, 8.30pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/284073
B10 Live, Building C2, North Zone, OCT Creative Culture Park, Xiangshan Dong Jie, Nanshan 南山区香山东街华侨城创意文化园北区C2栋北侧B10现场
Galactic Rave: Velocity in the Void
Galactic Rave brings together some of today’s most dynamic electronic voices for a night of pure velocity. Guangzhou vinyl tastemaker Jeffery blends rare funk, jazz, soul, and vaporwave influences into sets full of unexpected sparks. Dutch trio Midnight in Amsterdam channels a deep, moody sound shaped by pioneers like ZHU and Noisia, crafting an immersive nocturnal universe. Global Drum & Bass icon Feint, one of Monstercat’s original seven creators, fuels the floor with high-impact energy and crowd-shaking rhythms. Rising producer Maxx delivers seamless transitions across tempos, driven by a melodic instinct all his own. Duo T & Sugah adds their signature High Tea spirit, uniting listeners through community-driven, festival-tested Drum & Bass.
December 20, 7pm-midnight
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/285086
WantU Space, B120, Unit 1, 1/F, Shenzhen Bay Bookstore, Haibin Community, Xin’an Jiedao, Bao’an万有空间， 宝安区新安街道海滨社区深圳书城湾区书城项目一单元一层第南B120
Echoes Through the Narrow Gate
On Christmas Eve, BO LIVE presents a rare return of the Su Zixu Quintet. Known for his poetic guitar style and introspective stage presence, Su leads a cross-cultural ensemble that blends cinematic strings with meditative rhythm. Featuring tabla virtuoso An Zhihua, cellists Weng Quming and Chen Shunshun, and violinist Han Shufan, the group crafts a chamber-folk soundscape that’s both intimate and expansive. This one-night-only performance invites you into a space of resonance, reflection, and sonic storytelling.
December 24, 8pm-10pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/283590
BO LIVE (Futian) 1/F Shuisong Building, No. 25 Tairan Ba Lu, 福田区泰然八路25号水松大厦首层1F
Borodin Quartet: 80th Anniversary Concert
The legendary Borodin Quartet marks its 80th year with an exceptional performance commemorating Shostakovich’s passing 50 years ago. Founded in 1945 and mentored directly by the composer on his 15 string quartets, the ensemble—Nikolai Sachenko and Sergei Lomovsky (violins), Igor Naidin (viola), Vladimir Balshin (cello)—delivers unmatched authority in Russian repertoire. Renowned for sumptuous tone, impeccable balance, and profound insight into Beethoven and Shostakovich cycles, their playing blends symphonic depth with intimate cohesion. This rare Shenzhen appearance honors a timeless legacy of tonal beauty and emotional truth.
December 28, 3pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/279231
Guangming Culture & Art Center Concert Hall 光明文化艺术中心
Lawrence Ku Trio Send Off 2025
On December 28, 2025, join renowned Chinese-American guitarist, composer, and educator Lawrence Ku at Shenzhen B10 for a night filled with soul, jazz, rock, and fusion melodies. Lawrence Ku, along with bassist Fred Grenade and drummer Nicholas McBride, will showcase their unparalleled improvisation skills and musical mastery. This evening will be a perfect blend of jazz rhythms and modern techniques, making it a musical farewell to 2025 you won’t want to miss. Dress to impress and get ready to groove through the year’s final music party!
December 28, 8pm-9.30pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/284856
B10 Live, Building C2, North Zone, OCT Creative Culture Park, Xiangshan Dong Jie, Nanshan 南山区香山东街华侨城创意文化园北区C2栋北侧B10现场
Berlin City Symphony Orchestra: 2026 New Year’s Concert
The Berlin City Symphony Orchestra (BCSO), founded and led by renowned trumpeter-turned-conductor Heinz Radzischewski, rings in 2026 with a festive New Year’s celebration. Composed of Berlin’s elite professional musicians, the ensemble excels in precise, passionate interpretations of classical masterpieces spanning centuries—from Baroque to contemporary. Radzischewski, former principal trumpeter with major Berlin orchestras, guides the group alongside standout section leaders like first violinist Thomas Berg and cellist Selin Demirel. Following triumphant China tours, including sold-out shows in Shenzhen, BCSO returns to deliver German orchestral tradition infused with warmth and virtuosity for an unforgettable evening.
January 1, 7.30pm-9pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/272780
Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center, No.62 Nantou Jie, Nanshan Dadao, Nanshan南山问题中心聚橙剧院，南山区南山大道南头街62号
Lost and Found: Greg Howe China Tour
Greg Howe, the fusion guitar wizard born in 1963, kicks off 2026 with his electrifying China tour. Known for groundbreaking technique across rock, jazz, and neoclassical metal, Howe has shared stages with icons like Michael Jackson, Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake, while earning Grammy nods for his Protocol band work. His blistering solos and soulful grooves have inspired guitarists worldwide through his tutorials and albums. Joined by Chinese talents—guitarist Kael Wu, bassist Yannnan Wu, and drummer Xuanwei Liu—the set promises high-energy jams that blend Howe’s innovative edge with fresh local fire. Catch this rare chance to witness a legend in action.
January 7, 8pm-10pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/284515
BO LIVE (Futian) 1/F Shuisong Building, No. 25 Tairan Ba Lu, 福田区泰然八路25号水松大厦首层1F
The Butterfly Lovers: Contemporary Acrobatic Dance Theatre
Guangzhou Acrobatic Art Theatre’s acclaimed The Butterfly Lovers reimagines the timeless Chinese legend through breathtaking contemporary acrobatics fused with dance and drama. Directed by Zhao Ming, this poetic production traces the metamorphosis from cocoon to butterfly—mirroring Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai’s eternal love—with innovative feats like shoulder ballet, spinning plates, silk acrobatics, and umbrella juggling. Pioneered by stars Wu Zhengdan and Wei Baohua, the show blends Zhuangzi’s philosophical dream with raw physical artistry, celebrating life’s resilience and boundless devotion. A national award-winner, it captivates with ethereal beauty, profound emotion, and groundbreaking technique.
January 9-10, 8pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/285537
Antoshan Public Cultural Center, No. 9, Antoshan Sixth Road, Futian 福田区安托山六路9号安托山公共文化中心
Mei Semones: Whisper to Radiance
Brooklyn-based Japanese-American singer-songwriter Mei Semones brings her dreamlike blend of J-Pop, indie jazz, and chamber pop to China for the first time. With bilingual lyrics and featherlight arrangements, Mei’s music evokes Laufey’s intimacy and Lamp’s elegance, yet remains unmistakably her own. Backed by a string-rich ensemble, she transforms bedroom whispers into a radiant stage presence. Following sold-out tours across North America, Europe, and Japan, this winter showcase offers a rare chance to experience Mei’s sonic warmth live—where curiosity meets clarity, and softness becomes strength.
January 18, 8pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/283250
MAO Livehouse (Sea World) C-L2005A, C-L3002A, Sea World Zone C, Shuiwan Community, Zhaoshang Jiedao, Nanshan 南山区招商街道水湾社区海上世界C区船后广场C-L2005A、C-L3002A
Overhead, The Albatross: 2026 China Tour
Dublin’s Overhead, The Albatross return as a quartet after hiatus, channeling raw post-rock energy with strings, electronics, and synths fused into cinematic soundscapes. Their acclaimed 2024 album I Leave You This—a profound meditation on loss, renewal, and life’s fleeting beauty—earns raves for bold genre pushes and emotional depth. Known for explosive live shows that build from quiet introspection to overwhelming catharsis, the band redefines instrumental boundaries with grandeur and intimacy. New Noise brings this long-awaited debut China tour, delivering immersive waves of sound that linger long after the final note.
January 31, 8.30pm
Tickets: https://www.showstart.com/event/283100
HOU LIVE (Xia Sha) B112a, KK ONE Mall, No. 9289 Binhe Dadao, Futian 福田区滨河大道9289号KK ONE购物中心负一层B112a（地铁9号线下沙站B出口）
