Launching Late 2026

Guitar and lute playing circle in Hampstead

We run informal performance sessions in Hampstead for guitarists, lutenists and early music enthusiasts, coached by Londinium Consort founder, Emanuele Addis.

Be first to hear about our late 2026 launch.

A classical guitar resting in warm concert-hall light

About the Society

Become a confident performer

You've spent hours polishing off that piece. Give yourself a goal to aim for!

Our casual monthly performance sessions are the perfect opportunity to practice performing in front of a friendly audience.

Sessions are casual and convivial, and accompanied by Emanuele Addis, who offers feedback and advice.

Society leadership

Guided by world-class performers

Emmanuele Addis

Founder

Originally from Sardinia, Emanuele Addis is a London-based lutenist and composer whose musical life brings together early music, contemporary classical repertoire and folk traditions. He graduated from the Royal Academy of Music in 2023, where he studied historical performance with Elizabeth Kenny and performed in projects with leading ensembles including the Academy of Ancient Music, the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and Le Poème Harmonique. Having first trained as a guitarist, Emanuele has performed as a soloist across Europe and was selected by IGF and Making Music UK for a tour of solo recitals in England. In 2022, he founded Londinium Consort, a period ensemble dedicated to both Renaissance music and newly commissioned works. He was the first lutenist to win the New Elizabethan Award in 2024, and made his Wigmore Hall debut with Londinium Consort in 2025.

How It Works

Everything a guitarist could hope for

Join our waitlist

Fill out our waitlist form, and we'll be in touch once we have enough members to launch.

Perform for each other

Members play to each other in monthly performance sessions. Sessions cycle around the homes of members who are happy to host locally. Many sessions will be accompanied by Emmanuele Addis, who will offer feedback and encouragement.

Watch yourself improve!

We improve our skills by getting used to the nerves and emotions we feel when performing, and from peer and Emmanuele Addis's feedback.

All Standards Welcome

Whether you are picking up the guitar for the first time or returning to the stage, there is a place for you in the society.

FAQ

Questions, answered

What will happen at society sessions?

At society sessions, members can practice their performance skills by playing to the rest of the group. On a regular basis, we are joined by our Society Leader who offers tips and advice after each performance. We learn from direct feedback, and by listening to feedback offered to others.

When does the society launch?

We are launching in late 2026. Join the waitlist to be the first to know about our launch.

Do I need to be an advanced player to join?

Not at all. The society welcomes every standard, from complete beginners to professional performers.

How much will sessions cost?

Membership fees are £12 per session. Playing sessions are opportunities to perform to a small group of peers, and Emmanuele Addis, who will offer expert feedback and advice.

Be there for the opening note

Join the waitlist today and we'll keep you posted on our launch, founding membership, and our first sessions.