Based in Peebles, InChorus bring a diverse programme of choral music, from classics to contemporary repertoire.

Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh International Royal Mile Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2025–26 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

Featuring
Olga Stezkho (piano)

Programme
Beethoven - Sonata G minor no.19 Op.49, no.1

Debussy - Clair de lune

Chopin - Nocturne in B major Op.62, no.1

Ravel - (From Miroirs): IV. Alborada del gracioso and V. La vallée des cloches

Rachmaninov - Etude-tableaux Op.39, no. 8 and Prelude op 23, no. 4

Scriabin - Sonata no. 4

Olga Stezhko is an award-winning concert pianist and critically acclaimed recording artist, renowned for her striking and idiosyncratic programmes that explore intriguing connections between music, science and history spanning the last four centuries. She is particularly distinguished in her interpretations of Scriabin and Debussy. Olga is a passionate interdisciplinary collaborator with a love for astrophysics. In her multimedia projects, she engages audiences with groundbreaking ideas and communicates the cutting-edge research in astronomy through an awe-inspiring interplay of music and science. 

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The Phoenix Duo (Catriona Mackenzie & Josiah Duhlstine) present music for cello and piano, from classical to Scottish traditional music.

Josiah and Catriona first worked together in their studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland performing in the Marie Curie Hospice and later formed the Phoenix Duo, exploring classical cello-piano repertoire as well as Scottish traditional music and pieces that blur the line between genres. The Duo joined Live Music Now Scotland in 2022 and enjoy bringing their music to a wide variety of audiences. Through LMNS, the duo has performed in care homes, hospitals and churches across Scotland, and has presented recitals in Paxton House, St Giles’ Cathedral, The National Galleries of Scotland and Usher Hall.

Elder High School, an all-boys high school in Cincinnati, Ohio, has toured the United States and much of Europe since 1976 with its acclaimed Elder Glee Club. For this tour, the ensemble is led by Co-Directors Marco Colant and Justin Kohler both experienced Cincinnati choral educators and performers.

From the bright lights of Broadway to beloved American and African folk songs, and chart-topping pop, this program showcases powerful four-part male harmony. Audiences will enjoy classics including timeless hits by The Temptations, the joyful groove of Stevie Wonder, and the sun-soaked harmonies of The Beach Boys. Blending rich choral tradition with pop and soul favourites, the Elder Glee Club delivers an uplifting musical experience celebrating harmony, nostalgia, and the joy of live performance.

Experience Lie Down and Listen 'Metamorphosis'
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As you enter the stunning cathedral space and you'll cosy up on soft mattresses, cushions and blankets. Then, Christina will guide you into deep relaxation and deep listening, allowing you to feel the pure and resonant vibrations of Tibetan bowl sound healing followed by live classical music.
You won’t just hear the music, you’ll feel it.

At the heart of the experience is Philip Glass’s Metamorphosis — the transformative five-movement work. Hypnotic and deeply moving, the music captures a life experience, with the inner movements generating energetic and rhythmic drive, passion and at times relentlessness, before settling into the stillness and reflective state of the fifth and final movement.
You’ll leave feeling rested, connected and perhaps even transformed.

Songfjelagid is a mixed choir conducted by Homfridur Fridjonsdottir and Hilmar O. Agnarsson. The choir performs songs from around the world, spreading peace and joy.

Experience Lie Down and Listen 'Metamorphosis'
​
As you enter the stunning cathedral space and you'll cosy up on soft mattresses, cushions and blankets. Then, Christina will guide you into deep relaxation and deep listening, allowing you to feel the pure and resonant vibrations of Tibetan bowl sound healing followed by live classical music.
You won’t just hear the music, you’ll feel it.

At the heart of the experience is Philip Glass’s Metamorphosis — the transformative five-movement work. Hypnotic and deeply moving, the music captures a life experience, with the inner movements generating energetic and rhythmic drive, passion and at times relentlessness, before settling into the stillness and reflective state of the fifth and final movement.
You’ll leave feeling rested, connected and perhaps even transformed.

Experience Lie Down and Listen 'Metamorphosis'
​
As you enter the stunning cathedral space and you'll cosy up on soft mattresses, cushions and blankets. Then, Christina will guide you into deep relaxation and deep listening, allowing you to feel the pure and resonant vibrations of Tibetan bowl sound healing followed by live classical music.
You won’t just hear the music, you’ll feel it.

At the heart of the experience is Philip Glass’s Metamorphosis — the transformative five-movement work. Hypnotic and deeply moving, the music captures a life experience, with the inner movements generating energetic and rhythmic drive, passion and at times relentlessness, before settling into the stillness and reflective state of the fifth and final movement.
You’ll leave feeling rested, connected and perhaps even transformed.

Dr Peter Litman, Organist & Director of Music at Cathedral Isle of Man

Programme:-
Toccata and Fugue in F major (BWV 540)  -  JS Bach
'Reverie' on St Peter - George Tootell ( Manx composer)
Sonata No1  - Guilmant

Dr Peter Litman was organ scholar at Christ Church College, Canterbury from 1996 to 1999, where he completed a degree in music, studying the organ with Neil Wright.  A gifted choral director, he read postgraduate degrees in choral direction and music education with Dr Colin Durrant and Dr Therees Tkach-Hibbard at the University of Surrey; latterly achieving a doctorate. In 2003 he was appointed Director of the innovative MA Choral Education course at Roehampton University.  He relocated to North Wales in 2009, as Director of Music at Glyndwr University, Wrexham, and Organist and Choirmaster at St Peter's Collegiate Church, Ruthin. Peter continued to study the organ with Roger Fisher at Chester Cathedral gaining both FLCM and LTCL diplomas in organ performance. In 2012, he was appointed the first full-time Organist and Director of Music at St German's Cathedral in Peel, Isle of Man. He holds Honorary Fellowship to the Guild of Church Musicians (HonFGCM). In 2017, Peter was awarded an honorary Associate of the Royal School of Church Music (ARSCM) for achievements in church music of national significance. Locally in 2021, Peter was made an Honorary Fellow of University College Isle of Man, in recognition for his service to church music on the Island. In addition to his Cathedral duties, Peter is a music examiner for the London College of Music. Away from music, Peter spends his remaining time with Christiane and their 2 sons, Benedict and Magnus. 

Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh International Royal Mile Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2025–26 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight and enhanced by a newly installed Steinway grand piano — these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience at the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile.

Featuring
Julian Trevelyan (piano)

Programme
Beethoven - Sonata in C minor, op. 10 no. 1
Liszt - 6 Consolations
Schubert/Liszt - Soirées de Vienne nos. 1, 6 & 9
Debussy - L’isle Joyeuse

About Julian Trevelyan
Julian Trevelyan is a concert pianist who performs regularly throughout Europe and in the UK.
Julian Trevelyan is 26 years old. He moved to France after winning the 2015 Long-Thibaud-Crespin international competition at the age of 16, becoming the youngest prize-winner in the competition's history. He has since won prizes at international piano competitions such as the Leeds, Géza Anda & Horowitz. He has appeared as a piano Soloist with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, London Mozart Players & Worthing Symphony Orchestra in the UK. He has played with the Orchestre de Chambre de Paris, Orchestre national du capitole de Toulouse, Orchestre de Picardie, Orchestre de la Suisse Romandie, Musikkolegium Winterthur Tonhalle Zurich, Moscow Chamber Orchestra, State Academic Symphony Orchestra of Russia & St Petersburg Philharmonic, NMA Academic Symphony Orchestra, Sofia Soloists, I Pomeriggi Musicali, ORF Wien, Danubia Obuda Orchestra & Baden-Baden Philharmonic.
Julian has made recordings with the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, the London Mozart Players and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The first CD under the baton of Christian Zacharias was released in 2022 with the label ALPHA: Mozart's Concertos Nos. 23 and 24. Further releases under the baton of Howard Griffiths will follow in 2025. 

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Voices West is an auditioned, all volunteer community choir with a nearly 50-year history in Colorado.

The group was formed in 1978 as the Littleton Choral Society to give talented community members a chance to work together to present choral works in Arapahoe County. As the choir grew, the name was changed to The Littleton Chorale in 1998.

In 2013, to reflect the fact that our choir members and audiences are now drawn from communities up and down the Front Range, our name was changed to Voices West.

With a 65+ member roster including a wide range of avocational singers from all professions and walks of life, we offer 4-5 major concert programs and several other notable performances throughout each year.

Our smaller auditioned ensemble, Summit Sound, brings additional performances deeper into the community by performing at senior centers, schools, community celebrations, and other gatherings and events.

In all initiatives, we hold to our singular focus of delivering the highest standards of vocal excellence as we fulfil our mission:

To bring hope and contribute to the well-being and vitality of our community with beautiful, diverse, and inspirational choral music experiences;

In so doing, we welcome the whole and authentic self of all who sing with us and experience our music so that they are celebrated, valued, and nurtured;

We believe choral music is essential to humanity, and therefore, we promote and support choral music education in our community and schools.

The wonderful St Andrews Madrigal Group perform a selection of madrigals, sacred classics and folksongs, including music by Parry, Elgar, Vaughan Williams and Rachmaninoff.

Experience breath-taking music by some of classical music’s greatest composers, performed by some of the country’s finest classical musicians, all presented in stunning candlelight.

Programme to include:
Mozart – Overture to The Marriage of Figaro
Vaughan Williams – The Lark Ascending
Vivaldi – The Four Seasons

At the heart of the concert is Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, the most recorded work in classical music and a defining showpiece for solo violin. Each concerto depicts a different season, shaped by accompanying poems – possibly written by Vivaldi himself. Across the four concertos, Vivaldi transforms the natural world into vivid musical scenes, evoking birdsong and buzzing flies, harvest celebrations, drunken revellers, barking dogs, summer storms and winter ice.

Alongside this, Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending, composed on the eve of the First World War, offers a more reflective perspective. Inspired by George Meredith’s poem, it captures a pastoral world on the brink of change, its soaring violin line suggesting a lark gliding high above the mechanised world below, “lost on his aerial rings / In light, and then the fancy sings.”

Opening the programme we have Mozart’s Overture to The Marriage of Figaro, an opera drawn from Beaumarchais’ recently banned comedy, in which a philandering count attempts to seduce his servant’s fiancée, only to be outmanoeuvred by the servants and his own long-suffering wife.

Whether you’re already in the know or completely new to classical music, this is a programme to be enjoyed by all.

Lincoln High School Haere mai ki te Kura Tuarua o Waihora

Lincoln High School is a high-achieving, co-educational public school located just 20 minutes outside of Christchurch. They focus on balancing this with sporting, cultural, and leadership opportunities, which creates an environment where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Concert Choir is an auditioned mixed group of 11th and 12th grade singers. Concert Choir members are also members of 1 of the 6 select vocal ensembles. The LHS Concert Choir goes on a trip every other year. Auditions take place in the spring.

This programme celebrates the elegance, charm and sheer joy of the Viennese tradition with a dazzling programme of orchestral favourites.

Programme:
Strauss II – Overture to Die Fledermaus
Strauss II – Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka
Shostakovich – Waltz No. 2
Sibelius – Valse triste
Tchaikovsky – Waltz from The Sleeping Beauty
Korngold – Serenade from The Snowman
Schubert – Ständchen
Brahms – Hungarian Dance No. 5
Kreisler – Marche miniature viennoise
Kreisler – Liebesleid
Kreisler – Liebesfreud
Tchaikovsky – Selections from The Nutcracker
Strauss II – The Blue Danube

At its heart is the music of Johann Strauss II, the “Waltz King”, whose works capture the wit, sparkle and irresistible energy of 19th-century Vienna. From the effervescent Die Fledermaus Overture to the playful Tritsch-Tratsch Polka — a lively musical portrait of gossip — his music is full of colour, humour and sparkling melody. The programme culminates in The Blue Danube, one of the most famous waltzes ever written: an unofficial anthem of Vienna and a piece that has enchanted audiences for generations, from grand ballrooms to the silver screen in 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Alongside Strauss, Tchaikovsky brings a touch of magic with music from his beloved ballets. The graceful Waltz from The Sleeping Beauty shimmers with fairy-tale elegance, while the much-loved Nutcracker Suite features some of the most recognisable music ever written — from the delicate, sparkling “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” to the sweeping beauty of the “Waltz of the Flowers”.

Completing the programme, Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. 5 bursts with fiery energy and rhythmic flair, bringing a thrilling contrast with its bold shifts in mood and tempo.

Full of elegance, warmth and exhilarating musical colour, this is a concert to lift the spirits and delight audiences of all ages.

Rudsambee returns to St Giles' Cathedral to present an eclectic programme of choral music.

String Orchestra (‘Strings’) is Leeds University Union Music Societys’ auditioned strings ensemble. We are known for playing a varied, challenging repertoire and also for being a closely-knit, friendly ensemble in LUUMS.

Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh International Royal Mile Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2025–26 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

Featuring
Misha Kaploukhii (piano)

Programme
Beethoven - Sonata op.2 No.2 in A major
Chopin - Polonaise-Fantasie op.61 in A-flat major
Rachmaninov - Études-Tableaux Op. 39 No 3-6 & 7,9

Misha Kaploukhii is a graduate of the Moscow Gnessin College of Music, where he studied under Mikhail Egiazaryan. He has completed his undergraduate studies at the Royal College of Music and is now pursuing a Master of Performance under the guidance of Professors Ian Jones.  Current season highlights include performance of Brahms 2nd Concerto with Martyn Brabbins and concerts at the Cadogan Hall, LSO St Luke's and Sinfonia Smith Square. Misha's studies are supported by many awards. He is honoured to be one of the recipients of the LSO Conservatoire Scholarships 2024/26, Hattori Foundation Senior Award and is a Musicians' Company Lambert Scholar, supported by the Maureen and Harold Adams Scholarship.  His career is supported with the help of Keyboard Charitable Trust, the Razumovsky Trust, and the Robert Turnbull Piano Foundation.

Piano Recital with Liam Meunier

Programme:

Bach : French Suite n5
Chopin : Etudes op 10 n1, n4 & n12
Liszt : Sonetto 104 del Petrarca
Debussy : La Cathédrale Engloutie
Scriabin : Fantasy in B minor"

St Giles' Cathedral hosts Andre Theng in a recital of music for Recorder and Continuo.

The Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series returns to St Giles’ Cathedral for its second season, following a widely acclaimed launch.
This prestigious series of candlelit concerts will present an exceptional programme of chamber music throughout 2025–26, showcasing masterpieces from the Classical and Romantic eras, including works by Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Haydn, and more.

Featuring a distinguished lineup of celebrated UK and international artists, each performance offers a rare opportunity to experience some of the world’s greatest chamber music in the magnificent setting of St Giles’ Cathedral. With the recent addition of a newly installed Steinway grand piano, the series promises a rich and memorable musical experience.

Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, and surrounded by vibrant bars and restaurants, St Giles’ provides the perfect setting for a truly special evening.

Featuring
The Harris Quartet
Emma Donald - Violin
Serena Whitmarsh - Violin
Eilidh Randall - Viola
Katy Bell - Cello

Programme
Haydn - String Quartet Op 17 no. 4 in C min
Ravel - String Quartet in F major

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Known for their nuanced and probing interpretations, French tenor Morgan Manifacier and American pianist Corinne Penner regularly appear in song recitals together across North America and Europe. Since their formation as a duo in 2018, they have performed at Sibelius Hall (Järvenpää), Thayer Hall (Los Angeles), Kulturwerft Gollan (Lübeck), Haus der Kunst (Baden bei Wien), Werner Hall (Cincinnati), and Walter Hall (Toronto). Together, they were awarded the 2022 John Kerr Award Duo Prize for their all-English recital at Lauderdale Hause in London. Their 2026 season features an all-Verlaine recital in commemoration of the 130th anniversary of the poet's death.

Verlaine's Romances sans paroles
C. Debussy: Chevaux de bois (3:10)
R. Hahn: Paysage triste (2:15)
G. Fauré: Spleen (3:00)
R. Poldowsky: Spleen (2:30)
P. Tosti: Rêve (2:20)
C. Saint-Saëns: Le vent dans le plaine (1:40)

G. Fauré: La bonne chanson, Op. 61 (25:00)
Une sainte en son auréole
Puisque l'aube grandit
La Lune blanche luit dans les bois
J'allais par des chemins perfides
J'ai presque peur, en vérité
Avant que tu ne t'en ailles
Donc, ce sera par un clair jour d'été
N'est-ce pas?
L'Hiver a cessé

Shubhan Iyer is a concert pianist, accompanist and educator based in London. He studied a Bachelor of Music at the University of Huddersfield with Sally Ann Macleod and Jonathan Fisher, finishing with a first-class honours and class valedictorian. Following a competitive auditioning process, he has also received offers to study at conservatoires in the UK, including Trinity Laban and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He also won a scholarship to study at Chetham’s International Piano Summer School, studying with concert pianists such as Pete Donohoe and Tessa Nicholson, and is a prize winner of the Craxton Memorial Trust in 2025. He currently studies with London based concert pianist Yuki Negishi.

As a pianist and recitalist, Shubhan has performed at various venues across the UK, including the Southbank Centre, Dartmouth House, Huddersfield Town Hall, St Stephen’s Walbrook, St Lawrence Jewry. He debuted as a soloist  with the University of Huddersfield Chamber Orchestra in 2025 and has a busy season upcoming with recitals all over the UK.

A keen educator, Shubhan is now based in London where he divides his time between teaching and concertising, with a great passion for exploring more music in various contexts.

Programme:
Hermit Thrush in the Eve - Amy Beach
Yakushima - Ethan Wood
Sapporo - Ethan Wood
Desperate Measures - Robert Muczynski
Abegg Variations, Op. 1 - Robert Schumann
Chopin, Op. 9 No. 12 - Robert Schumann
Waltz in Ab Major, Op. 69 - Frederic Chopin
Rondo à la Mazur, Op. 5 - Frederic Chopin

Immerse yourself in the romantic brilliance of Frédéric Chopin, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith on a new Steinway Model B Grand Piano, in the awe-inspiring candlelit setting of St Giles’ Cathedral—the historic heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. 

This enchanting evening features a handpicked selection of Chopin’s most beloved piano works. Whether you’re a lifelong classical enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this concert offers a moving celebration of Chopin’s genius—his music at once tender, powerful, and endlessly expressive. And in the hands of Warren Mailley-Smith, one of the UK’s leading pianists, each note shines with poetry, passion, and precision.

Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith – piano

Programme
Chopin - Ballade No. 1
Chopin - Berceuse
Chopin - Raindrop Prelude
Chopin - Nocturne in B flat minor
Chopin - Scherzo No. 2  in B flat minor
Chopin - 'Military' Polonaise  in A major
Chopin - Waltz in E minor (Op posthumous)
Chopin - Waltz in E flat major

Warren Mailley-Smith is among the most sought-after pianists of his generation. In 2015, he made headlines as the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete solo piano works from memory in a landmark concert series. His career has taken him from Wigmore Hall to Carnegie Hall, and he has performed for members of the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. Known for his dazzling technique, expressive depth, and magnetic stage presence, Warren captivates audiences across the globe with over 200 performances annually and a repertoire spanning more than 30 piano concertos.

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Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A cornerstone of classical music, this vivid and revolutionary work captures the essence of nature with breathtaking virtuosity and emotional power. Its influence continues to echo through centuries of music-making, and remains one of the most beloved compositions in the classical canon. The programme also includes Chopin's much-loved first piano concerto with renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith

This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta with leading violinist Victoria Lyon, promises an evening of elegance and inspiration. With over 200 performances annually, this acclaimed ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s most gifted virtuosi—has become a mainstay on the British classical scene. Under the artistic direction of concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, the group specialises in the dazzling concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical, and early romantic periods.

'Stunning' - Classic FM

Featuring 
The Piccadilly Sinfonetta
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E Minor
Interval
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons

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Experience an enchanting piano recital bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight and set in the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh. This performance offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless elegance.

At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith,  it’s the perfect addition to your weekend plans. There are many good bars and restaurants nearby to complete your visit to Edinburgh. 

Featuring
Luke Jones (piano)

Programme
Chopin - Raindrop Prelude Op 28 No.15
Debussy - Clair de lune
Beethoven  - Moonlight Sonata No. 14, Op 27 No. 2
Chopin  - Scherzo No.2 Op 31 in B flat minor
Chopin - Heroic Polonaise Op 53 in A flat major

About the performer
Luke Jones is a Welsh pianist. Originally from Wrexham in North Wales, he started playing the piano at the age of 5 and made his debut recital at Oriel Wrecsam aged 10. Since then he has performed all over Britain in venues such as Bridgewater Hall – Manchester, Eaton Square – London, St. David’s Hall - Cardiff, Symphony Hall - Birmingham, Pump Room – Bath, St. George’s - Bristol etc. He has also performed in France (Salle Cortot - Paris), Italy, Luxembourg (Philharmonie de Luxembourg), Austria (Wienersaal - Salzburg), Spain (Palau de la Musica Catalana - Barcelona), Majorca and Slovenia and has won prizes in competitions around Europe notably 2nd Prize and Mompou Prize at the prestigious Maria Canals International Piano Competition, 1st Prize at the Bromsgrove International Musicians Competition, 1st Prize in "Aci Bertoncelj" International Piano Competition, Slovenia. 1st Prize in "Section A" Chopin-Roma International Piano Competition, Italy, and 3rd Prize in the Manchester International Concerto Competition, UK. Luke was also awarded the RNCM Gold Medal, the college's highest award for Performance. Furthermore, he has had broadcasts of his performances on BBC Wales Radio, S4C Television, Radio Vaticana and Telepace in Italy. 

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Step into the timeless beauty of St Giles’ Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece at the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile. Illuminated by candlelight, this iconic setting creates an unforgettable atmosphere for an evening of deeply moving and uplifting classical music.

This beautifully curated programme, performed by the renowned Piccadilly Sinfonietta and exceptional guest soloists, offers a rich tapestry of works spanning the lyrical and the profound. From the radiant serenity of Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending—featuring the exquisite violin playing of Ben Norris—to the haunting beauty of Barber’s Adagio for Strings and the intimate elegance of Elgar’s Serenade for Strings, the evening reaches a sublime peak with Mozart’s beloved Clarinet Concerto, performed by acclaimed soloist Aaron Hartnell-Booth.

With over 200 performances each year, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta has earned a place at the heart of the UK’s classical scene, celebrated for its expressive interpretations and virtuosic flair across the baroque, classical, and early romantic repertoire.

‘Stunning’ – Classic FM

Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Aaron Hartnell-Booth – clarinet
Ben Norris – violin

Programme
Mozart – Clarinet Concerto in A major, K.622
Barber – Adagio for Strings
Elgar – Serenade for Strings, Op. 20
Vaughan Williams – The Lark Ascending

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St Giles' Cathedral hosts Trio Argo in concert.

Recital Programme:

Toccata and Fugue in F major (BWV 540) - JS Bach

'Reverie' on St Peter - George Tootell ( Manx composer)

Sonata No1 - Guilmant

Introduction and Allegro

Pastorale

Final

Hear the operatic stars of tomorrow, today!

A selection of operatic and song highlights performed by participants of Opera Caledonia’s Vocal Studio Course - showcasing a variety of composers and styles - performed in the glorious surroundings of St. Giles’ Cathedral. 

Participants include many of the finest upcoming singers from the UK, Europe, USA and Australia who will have enjoyed a week working with a selection of the most distinguished industry professionals from the Metropolitan Opera House NYC, the Royal Opera House Covent Garden, Opera North and Scottish Opera

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Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh International Royal Mile Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2025–26 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Beethoven - Sonata in C major op 2 no 3
Schubert - Wanderer Fantasy 
Ravel - Jeux d'eaux

Warren Mailley-Smith is among the most sought-after pianists of his generation. In 2015, he made headlines as the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete solo piano works from memory in a landmark concert series. His career has taken him from Wigmore Hall to Carnegie Hall, and he has performed for members of the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. Known for his dazzling technique, expressive depth, and magnetic stage presence, Warren captivates audiences across the globe with over 200 performances annually and a repertoire spanning more than 30 piano concertos.

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Organist Alessandro Bianchi plays a programme of Rogg, Duruflé, Franck and Bossi on the cathedral's Rieger organ.

A performance of Purcell’s Baroque masterpiece given by participants of Opera Caledonia’s Performance Project - a young artist programme for singers from the UK, Europe, USA and Australia. Conducted from the harpsichord by Derek Clark alongside strings from the Orchestra of Scottish Opera. Performed in English.

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Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh International Royal Mile Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2025–26 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

Featuring
Renata Konyicska (piano)

Programme
Beethoven - Sonata Op 27 No 1 E flat major
Schubert - Sonata B flat major D 960

About Renata Konyicska
Praised for her “sparkling, crystal-clear passage-work” (Classical Music Daily) and imagination, Hungarian-British pianist Renata Konyicska has been described as a “true international talent” and her playing as a “triumph of musicianship” (Stratford Herald). She has played solo and chamber music concerts in festivals such as IMS Prussia Cove, Nuits Classiques Megeve, Festival de Piano Classique Biarritz, Encuentro de Musica y Academia de Santander, Internationale Sommerakademie der ISA Reichenau and Liszt Week Esztergom, where she has been a regular artist since its launch.

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The Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series returns to St Giles’ Cathedral for its second season, following a widely acclaimed launch. This prestigious series of candlelit concerts will present an exceptional programme of chamber music throughout 2025–26, showcasing masterpieces from the Classical and Romantic eras, including works by Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Haydn, and more.

Featuring a distinguished lineup of celebrated UK and international artists, each performance offers a rare opportunity to experience some of the world’s greatest chamber music in the magnificent setting of St Giles’ Cathedral. With the recent addition of a newly installed Steinway grand piano, the series promises a rich and memorable musical experience.

Featuring
Ben Norris (violin)
Liam Brolly (viola)
Andrew Huggan
Kai Kim (bass)
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Schubert - Trout Quintet
Schubert - Notturno for Piano Trio

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Mozart’s piano sonatas reveal the full range of his genius—elegant, inventive, and emotionally rich. The Sonata in B-flat, K.281 sparkles with charm and lyrical grace, while the Sonata in D, K.311 balances playful energy with refined sophistication. Perhaps most famous is the Sonata in A, K.331, whose final movement, the exuberant “Alla Turca,” remains one of classical music’s most beloved pieces. Together, these works showcase Mozart’s uncanny ability to combine technical brilliance with profound expressive depth—each sonata a miniature masterpiece of clarity, wit, and timeless beauty.
 
Featuring
Luke Jones  – piano

Programme
Mozart - Sonata in B-flat, K.281
Mozart - Sonata in D, K.311
Mozart - Sonata in A, K.331

Luke Jones is a Welsh pianist. Originally from Wrexham in North Wales, he started playing the piano at the age of 5 and made his debut recital at Oriel Wrecsam aged 10. Since then he has performed all over Britain in venues such as Bridgewater Hall – Manchester, Eaton Square – London, St. David’s Hall - Cardiff, Symphony Hall - Birmingham, Pump Room – Bath, St. George’s - Bristol etc.

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Experience an unforgettable evening of passion, drama and timeless music as the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with some of the UK’s finest operatic voices present a glittering selection of the greatest opera arias ever composed. Set in the beautiful candlelit atmosphere of St Giles’ Cathedral in the heart of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, this concert promises a feast for the senses. 

From the playful elegance of Mozart to the soaring drama of Puccini and Verdi, this carefully curated programme celebrates the genius of opera’s greatest composers—their melodies, characters, and emotional depths brought to life by world-class performers in an intimate and inspiring setting. The venue is surrounded by excellent restaurants and bars, and is perfectly located to complete your evening in style.

Featuring
Susan Parkes (Soprano) with additional guest artists
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta

Programme includes
“Libiamo!” La Traviata - Verdi
 “Voi Che Sapete” La Nozze di Figaro- Mozart
 “Non Più Andrai” La Nozze di Figaro - Mozart
 “Un Aura Amorosa” Cosi Fan Tutte - Mozart
 “La Ci Darem la Mano” Don Giovanni - Mozart 
“Una Furtiva Lagrima” L’Elisir d’Amore - Donizetti 
“Habañera” Carmen - Bizet
 “Au Fond du Temple Saint” Les Pêcheurs de Perles - Bizet 
“Un Bel Di” Madama Butterfly -Puccini
“Nessun Dorma” Turandot - Puccini 
“Toreador” Carmen - Bizet 

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Experience an enchanting piano recital bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight and set in the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh. This performance offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless elegance.

At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith,  it’s the perfect addition to your weekend plans.

Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Chopin – Fantasy Impromptu, Op. 66
Liszt – Un Sospiro, S.144 No.3
Grieg – Wedding Day at Troldhaugen, Op. 65 No. 6
Rachmaninov – Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 3 No. 2
Debussy – Clair de Lune, from Suite bergamasque No. 3
Beethoven – Moonlight Sonata, Op. 27 No. 2

About the Artist
Warren Mailley-Smith has developed a large following across the UK, with audiences warming to his outstanding pianism, effortless technique and charismatic charm. He made waves in the music world in 2015 through his extraordinary achievement of performing the complete solo works of Chopin from memory. His career has taken him all over the world, with solo performances in Australia, Europe and with solo tours in China and the USA.   He has 30 piano concertos in his repertoire, having made his concerto debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.  

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Step into the timeless beauty of St Giles Cathedral, in the heart of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the perfect candlelit setting for an unforgettable evening of music.

Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A cornerstone of classical music, this vivid and revolutionary work captures the essence of nature with breathtaking virtuosity and emotional power. Its influence continues to echo through centuries of music-making, and remains one of the most beloved compositions in the classical canon. The programme also includes Grieg's ever popular Piano Concerto in A Minor with renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith

This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta with leading violinist Victoria Lyon, promises an evening of elegance and inspiration. With over 200 performances annually, this acclaimed ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s most gifted virtuosi—has become a mainstay on the British classical scene. Under the artistic direction of concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, the group specialises in the dazzling concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical, and early romantic periods.

'Stunning' - Classic FM

Featuring 
The Piccadilly Sinfonetta
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Grieg – Morning Mood, from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46, No. 1
Grieg – Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16
Interval
Vivaldi – The Four Seasons

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Immerse yourself in an evening of profound beauty and romantic brilliance, as acclaimed pianist Ugnius Pauliukonis performs a stunning programme of Beethoven and Chopin in the candlelit splendour of St Giles’ Cathedral—the iconic heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

The concert opens with Beethoven’s fiery and dramatic Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 “Pathétique”, a work of bold contrasts and emotional depth. At the centre of the programme lie Chopin’s Nocturnes Op. 62, among his most refined and poetic late works—introspective, lyrical, and delicately expressive. The evening concludes with Beethoven’s radiant Sonata No. 30 in E major, Op. 109—a sublime meditation on beauty, serenity, and transcendence.

Performed on a brand new Steinway Model B Grand Piano, this candlelit recital offers a rare opportunity to experience two of the greatest composers of the Romantic and Classical eras in a setting of spiritual and acoustic grandeur.

Programme
Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 “Pathétique”
Chopin – 2 Nocturnes, Op. 62
Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 30 in E major, Op. 109

About the pianist
Ugnius Pauliukonis is an award-winning pianist, educator, and curator known for his imaginative interpretations and bold artistic vision. As a classical soloist, he has performed with leading orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic, Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, and Kaunas State Symphony Orchestra, and appeared at prestigious venues such as Wigmore Hall, Bridgewater Hall, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and the Lithuanian National Philharmonic. Ugnius is also the creative force behind SONO ensemble, a genre-defying chamber group dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional concert performance. Whether interpreting the great masters or exploring contemporary soundscapes, Ugnius brings curiosity, colour, and emotional depth to everything he plays.

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Step into the timeless grandeur of St Giles’ Cathedral, a breathtaking space in the heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, and enjoy a candlelit evening of classical brilliance and lyrical beauty.

This exquisite programme features three iconic violin works, performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and leading violinist Victoria Lyon. Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major opens the evening with elegance, charm, and youthful radiance. From Mendelssohn’s magical Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream—a whirlwind of light-footed fantasy—to the deeply expressive Violin Concerto in E minor, this is music of energy, lyricism, and dazzling virtuosity.

Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Victoria Lyon, violin

Programme
Mozart – Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218
Mendelssohn – Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Op. 61
Mendelssohn – Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64

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Step into a world of romantic elegance and poetic expression, as acclaimed pianist Ugnius Pauliukonis performs a spellbinding candlelit recital in the awe-inspiring setting of St Giles’ Cathedral—a landmark of history, beauty, and extraordinary acoustics at the heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

The evening begins with Beethoven’s  “Moonlight” Sonata —one of the most beloved works in the piano repertoire, renowned for its haunting opening movement and dramatic finale. From there, Debussy’s shimmering Clair de lune casts its gentle glow, followed by Chopin’s powerful and virtuosic Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor, a work of sweeping passion and lyricism. The programme continues with two masterpieces by Liszt: the tender and expressive Sonetto del Petrarca 123, inspired by Petrarch’s poetry, and the electrifying Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12, bursting with drama, flair, and Hungarian folk spirit.

Featuring
Ugnius Pauliukonis (piano)

Programme
Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight”
Debussy – Clair de lune
Chopin – Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 31
Liszt – Sonetto del Petrarca No. 123 (from Années de pèlerinage, Deuxième année: Italie)
Liszt – Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12 in C-sharp minor, S.244

About the pianist
Ugnius Pauliukonis is an award-winning pianist, educator, and curator known for his imaginative interpretations and bold artistic vision. As a classical soloist, he has performed with leading orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic, Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, and Kaunas State Symphony Orchestra, and appeared at prestigious venues such as Wigmore Hall, Bridgewater Hall, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and the Lithuanian National Philharmonic. Ugnius is also the creative force behind SONO ensemble, a genre-defying chamber group dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional concert performance.

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Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A cornerstone of classical music, this vivid and revolutionary work captures the essence of nature with breathtaking virtuosity and emotional power. Its influence continues to echo through centuries of music-making, and remains one of the most beloved compositions in the classical canon. 

This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta with leading violinist Ben Norris, promises an evening of elegance and inspiration. With over 200 performances annually, this acclaimed ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s most gifted virtuosi—has become a mainstay on the British classical scene. Under the artistic direction of concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, the group specialises in the dazzling concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical, and early romantic periods.

'Stunning' - Classic FM

Featuring 
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ben Norris (violin)

Programme
Bach – Air on a G String, BWV 1068 (from Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major)
Bach – Violin Concerto in E major, BWV 1042
Bach – Double Violin Concerto in D minor, BWV 1043
Vivaldi – The Four Seasons, Op. 8 Nos. 1–4

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The world premier of ILLUMINATA: An alchemy of art and music.  

“a mesmerising visual and aural feast” The Scotsman 

With music by J.S Bach,  Hildegard Von Bingen, Jack Oades, and John Tavener, performed by Susan Hamilton ( soprano) and Lucia Capellaro (cello).

Featuring live painting projected onto the Cathedral interior by Maria Rud. 

An immersive journey. An experience not to be missed. 

Presented by St Giles’ Cathedral.

The world premier of ILLUMINATA: An alchemy of art and music.  

“a mesmerising visual and aural feast” The Scotsman 

With music by J.S Bach,  Hildegard Von Bingen, Jack Oades, and John Tavener, performed by Susan Hamilton ( soprano) and Lucia Capellaro (cello).

Featuring live painting projected onto the Cathedral interior by Maria Rud. 

An immersive journey. An experience not to be missed. 

Presented by St Giles’ Cathedral.

The world premier of ILLUMINATA: An alchemy of art and music.  

“a mesmerising visual and aural feast” The Scotsman 

With music by J.S Bach,  Hildegard Von Bingen, Jack Oades, and John Tavener, performed by Susan Hamilton ( soprano) and Lucia Capellaro (cello).

Featuring live painting projected onto the Cathedral interior by Maria Rud. 

An immersive journey. An experience not to be missed. 

Presented by St Giles’ Cathedral.