To begin our What Next? podcast series, Kate Wyatt, our Programme Director: Festivals here at Spitalfields Music explains why we’re asking the question “What Next?”

Click play to hear Kate’s thoughts (if you’re viewing this on email, head over to the blog to hear the podcast):

We’ll be releasing podcasts each day throughout the Summer Festival available here, our website and iTunes from 8.30am.

The next podcast is released on Wednesday 28 May and is given by Munira Mirza, Deputy Mayor for Culture & Education, Greater London Authority.

Join the debate and let us know your thoughts on What Next? Email, comment, Facebook or tweet with #WhatNext

This series is part of Spitalfields Music Summer Festival – find out more and book tickets on our website.