Merton Music Presents…Stringfever at the New Wimbledon Theatre

Merton Music Presents…Stringfever at the New Wimbledon Theatre

A person stands on stage under a spotlight, passionately playing a small stringed instrument and singing into a microphone. A water bottle and cables are visible on the floor in front of them.
A bald man in a blue blazer and jeans plays an electric violin on stage. He stands near a microphone, with a music stand and monitor visible, performing under stage lighting against a dark background.
Four musicians perform on a dimly lit stage, each playing a string instrument—two violins, a cello, and a double bass. Microphones and music stands are set up around them.
Two bald men stand on stage, each playing an electric violin. They are focused on their performance, with microphones nearby. The stage is dimly lit, creating a dramatic atmosphere.
A woman plays an electric violin on stage under a spotlight. She is wearing dark clothing and stands near audio equipment and a water bottle on the floor. The background is dark, highlighting her performance.
Four musicians perform on stage under spotlights. Two are playing violins, one is seated playing a cello, and one is holding a violin overhead. Microphones and speakers are set up around them against a dark background.
A bald man wearing a dark waistcoat and white sleeves passionately sings into a microphone on stage whilst holding an electric violin and bow under dramatic lighting.
Four musicians perform on stage, each playing a string instrument. Three are standing and one is seated at centre, lit by stage lights against a dark background. Microphones and music stands are also visible.
Four musicians perform on a dimly lit stage, each playing a stringed instrument. Three stand while one sits on a stool. Microphones and music stands are positioned in front of them, with a dark background behind.
Four musicians perform on a dimly lit stage, each playing string instruments: a violin, cello, and two with violins or violas. Three stand while one sits, and microphones and music stands are positioned around them.
A man wearing black clothes sits on a stool, playing an electric cello and singing into a microphone on a dark stage.

Stringfever brings music, humour and energy to a packed theatre

More than 1,700 school children from across Merton filled the New Wimbledon Theatre last week for a spectacular live performance by the acclaimed string quartet Stringfever, presented by Merton Music Foundation as part of the Wimbledon International Music Festival.

The theatre came alive with singing, beatboxing, laughter and extraordinary musicianship, as Stringfever delivered two unforgettable concerts. Their trademark blend of music and humour captivated pupils and teachers alike, offering many young people their first ever experience of live music in a theatre setting.

The concert formed part of the Merton Music Presents… series, which brings high-quality, interactive performances to local schools, opening up opportunities for young people to explore music in exciting and accessible ways.

Chief among the day’s highlights were the quartet’s genre-hopping arrangements, moments of audience participation, and the infectious energy that rippled through the theatre from the first note to the last.

For Merton Music Foundation, events like this are a vital part of its mission to ensure that all children, regardless of background, have the chance to engage with music, be inspired by professional performers and discover their own creative potential.

This partnership with the Wimbledon International Music Festival continues to strengthen MMF’s commitment to exceptional music education and vibrant connections within the local community.

An inspiring celebration of creativity, connection and the power of live music – one these young audiences won’t soon forget.