Chineke! presented a concert at the Royal Albert Hall that included the premiere of Edmund Thornton Jenkins' reconstructed Ballet, conducted by Jonathon Heyward. The performance highlighted Jenkins' early 20th-century work, showcasing his talent despite the incomplete nature of the manuscript. Soprano Angel Blue also performed Barber's Knoxville and several standards from the Great American Songbook, though some vocal elements were less polished than expected.
The concert aimed to shed light on forgotten Black composers, with Jenkins' work serving as a focal point. While the event featured significant pieces, the omission of a song by Margaret Bonds was noted. Overall, the concert contributed to a broader understanding of diverse musical contributions from the past century.