The Barcelona Maritime Museum is located in the cities former shipyard, Drassanes, at the end of Las Ramblas and next to the old port. The museum offers a fascinating insight into the cities nautical history and ancient link with the sea and trade that dates back to Roman times.
This June, the Maritime Museum begins its annual cycle of musical summer evenings, where live music can be enjoyed in the calm and serenity of its delightful outdoor garden, a million miles from the hustle and bustle of las Ramblas that lies but a stone’s throw away.
Various English musicians will perform in a range of musical styles including jazz, blues and swing. Classics are reinterpreted in these performances, which feature classics, including music from Tom Jones, Nina Simone and Grease (1978). The season starts with a performance from the Jazz Society of University College London.
Concerts are held on June the 14th and 28th, and July the 4th 12th, 19th and 26th.