Sultry and sophisticated jazz and pop singer Caro Emerald, whose dazzling 2013 album The Shocking Miss Emerald went straight to number one in the UK album charts, brings her engaging and quirky style of European lounge music to Kew Gardens to kick off the 2015 festival. Dutch born Caro Emerald’s first album, Deleted Scenes From The Cutting Room Floor, went platinum across much of Europe and reached number four in the UK album charts. She made legions of new fans following her opening set on the pyramid stage at the 2014 Glastonbury Festival. Valid ID required. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and drink, or to sample from the line-up of artisan bars and food stalls on site. Children under 1 go free.