"Music through unconventional means"

Sidestepping football for a moment, Shlomo and the Vocal Orchestra deserve a raving review for their thrilling performance at the Southbank Centre on Friday night.

As a human beatboxer, Shlomo is capable of recreating a diversity of sounds using just his mouth.

He is the most listened to beatboxer in world history – after his collaborated tune with Bjork was performed at the Olympics opening ceremony in Athens – and has just commenced a year long residency at the Southbank centre.

His latest series entitled “Music through unconventional means” pushes the boundaries of beatboxing by incorporating it with all kinds of musical artforms:

· complex hip hop
· trance
· drum and bass
· world beats

Human beatbox choir

In his show, Shlomo beatboxes into a loop sampler, creating different layers of sound and energy.

When the Vocal Orchestra join Shlomo on stage, they form the world's only human beatbox choir.

The eight musicians boast a diverse range of musical backgrounds – from classical trained singers to drummers and rappers.

Bellatrix’s contribution warrants a mention. She is the UK’s leading female beatbox artist who plays bass whilst beatboxing.

The artists combine to create imaginative sounds and incredibly moving pieces.

This is truly feel-good music and the creativity of the artists is a wonder to behold.

Shlomo's next event is on Saturday 13th December at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank. Check it out.