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Founded as far back as 1962 the City of London Festival is the British capital’s highlight cultural event by no coincidence. As an annual event that celebrates and showcases the city and the world’s classical art forms, this three week festival is a true treat for Londoners and the visiting multitudes alike due to the versatility of its multi-faceted line up. The events of the festival include works of opera, ,visual arts, film, lectures and an engaging music programme that includes jazz, classical and world music. Taking place during the idyllic period of midsummer this year’s event is to take place from 24th June to 27th July, 2012. Incorporating more than 50 ticketed shows and over 100 free outdoor events the festival is an all-encompassing entertainment and education endeavour that is aimed at sharing the arts with the masses. Conducted in prestigious concert venues around London some of the festival’s more famous venues include St Paul's Cathedral, the Guildhall Yard which plays hosts to jazz acts and acrobats each year and the livery halls of London. Marking its 50th anniversary this year’s City of London Festival is geared to catapult previous installments of the event with the secret life of the Square Mile as its theme. The musical highlights at this year’s festival include musical collaborations between intra-European nations due to be performed at the Euromix Garden while novices and expert pianists alike can show off their playing skills at the more than 50 golden pianos strategically positioned all around the city. Free lessons will also be offered to interested passersby courtesy of seasoned pianists enlisted by the festival organizers. The English National Ballet stands out among the dance acts at this year’s event which also includes contemporary dance recitals near the Millennium Bridge. Art work that forms the private collections of venues such as the Mansion House, Charterhouse and Clifford Chance will also be open to the public as will collections on display at the October Gallery, Guildhall and Goldsmith's Hall. A vibrant parade with the world’s finest blooms will also take place with the participation of over 1000 local children while heritage themed walking tours and traditional games will also take centre stage. Visitors in search of the most advantageous 4 star hotels in Kensington this season should look into reserving a room in an establishment belonging to the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels UK group. Providing guests a wide range of luxurious 4 star UK hotels to choose from this renowned conglomerate in the British hospitality industry pulls out all the stops when it comes to well situated, elegant accommodation.
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