Kuala Lumpur is an urban paradise where music lovers can dip into classical, opera, rock, blues, and even DJ performances. At modern and historic venues, visitors—alongside locals—flock to see both international and domestic performers at their best. Many of the city’s festivals feature live performances, where both modern and traditional music can be enjoyed by all.
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Based in Kuala Lumpur, the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra holds its residency at the Petronas Philharmonic Hall. The group is considered one of Asia’s leading orchestras, popular with locals and visitors from around the world. Founded in 1997, the orchestra includes a patron who is the wife of a former Prime Minister of Malaysia. The group has recorded at least 17 unique releases under three labels—a universal success. Visitors can see them perform regularly at their residency hall which includes 920 seats and a royal suite.
Address: Level Two, Tower Two, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088, Kuala Lumpur
Phone: +603 – 2331 7510/7511/7512
Operating Hours:
– Tuesday – Saturday: 10:30 – 18:30
– Performance nights: 10:30 – 21:00
– Performance Sundays: 12:00 to concert time
– (Closed on Sundays, Mondays & Public Holidays unless a concert is scheduled)
Admission Cost:
– Based on shows
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Merdekarya
Visitors who seek original live music from Malaysia will enjoy Merdekarya, a venue famous for its homegrown talent. Near-daily performances exist nightly, including many with free admission. The music space offers a full bar stocked with light snacks. Though the spotlight is on up-and-coming artists, visitors will find styles across the musical spectrum including post-rock, blues, folk, acoustic and more.
Address: No. 352, First Floor, Jalan 5/57, Petaling Garden, 46000, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Phone: +603- 7498 0745
Operating Hours:
– Tuesday – Saturday: 19:00 – 01:00
– (Closed on Sundays & Mondays)
Admission Cost:
– Based on shows
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Kind A Blue Jazz Club & Restaurant
Previously known as KL Jazz Club, this unique venue is housed in the basement of the KL Jazz & Arts Centre. Visitors will find regularly scheduled performances across jazz, Blues, Classic Rock, R&B and other genres. Performers are both local Malay and international talents. Dinner and drinks are available as part of the shows. The venue is combines with the Take 5 Jazz Café, KL City Art Gallery and ‘The Thinker Corner’ to make up the KL Jazz & Arts Centre.
Address: Basement, KL Jazz & Arts Centre, No. 1, Lorong Kapar, Off Jalan Syed Putra, 58000, Kuala Lumpur
Phone: +6012 – 571 7759
Operating Hours:
– Wednesday – Saturday: 18:20 – 23:30
– (Closed from Sunday to Tuesday)
Admission Cost:
– Based on shows
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