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EVENTS CALENDAR
St Giles’ plays host to a variety of events, from music concerts to lecture series and art exhibitions. We also host a number of civic and national services, such as the Kirking of the Parliament at the beginning of each new Scottish Parliamentary term.
If you would like to organise a concert or event at St Giles’ please email your enquiry to music@stgilescathedral.org.uk
See the events calendar below for upcoming events at St Giles’.
Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata at Christmas - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional pre-Christmas piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody
Chopin - Scherzo no. 1
Chopin - Berceuse
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
Tickets here: Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days before Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, in the spectacular candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Featuring some of the UK's most exceptional performers, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta will treat you to a feast of classical masterpieces, including Rachmaninov's much-loved 2nd piano concerto
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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Programme
Pachelbel – Canon in D
Rachmaninov - Piano Concerto No. 2
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
plus bonus festive item!
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata at Christmas - Madalina Ruso
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional pre-Christmas piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Featuring renowned concert pianist, Madalina Ruso, the programme will include an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Madalina Ruso
Programme
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata op. 27 no. 2
Chopin - Fantasie - Impromptu op. 66
Chopin - 2 Waltzes op. 64
Chopin - Ballade no. 1 in G minor
Debussy: Arabesque no. 1 in E major
Clair de lune from Suite Bergamasque
Liszt - Petrarch Sonnet 104
Schumann/Liszt - Widmung
Rachmaninoff - Musical moments op. 16 no. 1 & 4
Tickets here: Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days before Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, in the spectacular candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Featuring some of the UK's most exceptional performers, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta will treat you to a feast of classical masterpieces, with popular works by Bach, Pachelbel and Corelli.
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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Programme
Pachelbel - Canon in D major
Bach - Double Violin Concerto BWV1043
Corelli - Christmas Concerto
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
plus bonus festive item!
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Lessons and Carols for Advent and Christmas
St Giles’ annual carol service for Advent, with music and readings reflecting the journey from Advent to Christmas, led by the Choir of St Giles’ Cathedral.
There is always a high demand for seats at this service, so please arrive early to avoid disappointment. Booking is not necessary – the initial allocation on Eventbrite is now sold out.
Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral: J.S.BACH WEIHNACHTSORATORIUM PARTS 4, 5 & 6
A festive and tranquil celebration seeing in the New Year in the candlelit atmosphere of St. Giles' Cathedral at the end of its 900th year anniversary.
This year’s concert marks the festive season with the concluding three cantatas from J.S.Bach’s Christmas Oratorio: Bach at his most exuberant.
St. Giles' Cathedral Choir, directed by Michael Harris, with the St. Giles' Camerata, leader Angus Ramsay, are joined by a stunning array of talented young soloists.
J.S.Bach Christmas Oratorio Parts 4,5 & 6
Carine Tinney – Soprano
Judy Brown – Mezzo-Soprano
Joseph Doody – Tenor
Jerome Knox – Bass
St Giles’ Camerata
St Giles’ Cathedral Choir
Michael Harris – Master of the Music
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First-Footin-Come-Away-In: KARINE POLWART - Come Away In
Free Event
‘Welcome into the house where there’s an open door and the fire is burning
Welcome into the house where we can rest a while from the world and its turning
Welcome into the house’
Join acclaimed folk singer and songwriter, Karine Polwart, Choir Director, Stephen Deazley, and 200 community singers for Come Away In - an atmospheric First Footin’ event at St. Giles’ Cathedral on New Year’s Day.
Part performance, part turning-of-the-year ceremony, Come Away In takes the Scottish tradition of First Footin’ as its inspiration. The opening of the door to friends and strangers alike is a nationwide gesture of hospitality, and an invocation of refuge, neighbourliness and shared resources. Celebrate crossing the threshold of the New Year in the embrace of massed voices and song, in the resonant, historic space of the city’s 900-year-old cathedral.
'Singing in the New Year is such a massive communal tradition here in Scotland that opening the doors of St Giles Cathedral to 200 community voices just seemed obvious. It’s a glorious space designed for song. I hope our invitation to 'Come Away In’ captures a spirit of hospitality, sanctuary, and togetherness - things that need looking after in these times.’ Karine Polwart
St Giles' at Six: Karolína Kubálková
Beyond the Keys: A Journey Through Classical, Romantic & Modern Masterpieces.
Music by Chopin, Mozart, Philip Glass and Rachmaninov.
Free entry with an optional donations. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Ashley Fripp (piano)
Programme
Schubert - 4 Impromptus, D. 899
Beethoven - Piano Sonata in A flat, op. 110
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St Giles’ at Six: Elena Toponogova - Piano
Music by Frank Bridge, Rachmaninov , Medtner, Lyadov and Tchaikovsky.
Free entry with an optional donations. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Martin Cousin (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Piano Sonata No 22 Op.54 in F major
Beethoven - Piano Sonata No 29 Op 106 in B flat major "Hammerklavier"
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St Giles’ at Six: Alan Hastie & Glynn Eggar - Piano duo
Franz Schubert, Fantasy in F minor Maurice Ravel, Ma Mere L’Oye.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Ivana Gavrick (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - The Tempest Sonata
Grieg - Holberg Suite
Chaminade - Autrefois
Chaminade - Norwegienne Op 87
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St Giles’ at Six: Edinburgh Kevock Choir Graham Lovett - Conductor, Karol Fitzpatrick - Piano
Karl Jenkins The Armed Man ( Choral Suite ), arr. Farnell Be the Change, Goodall The Lord is my Shepherd, Whitacre Sing Gently, arr. Emerson Fields of Gold, Songs by Robert Burns.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Asagi Nakata (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Piano Sonata no. 8 C minor op. 13 (Grande Sonata Pathétique)
Mendelssohn - Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 67, No. 2 Mendelssohn - Rondo Capriccioso in E major, Op 14
Liszt - Piano Sonata in B minor, S178
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Evening Concert Series: Mozart Sonatas By Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform a selection of Mozart's exquisite piano sonatas in what will be a concert to remember!
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Mozart - Sonata in F major K332
Mozart - Sonata in C major K545
Mozart - Sonata in A minor K310
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Evening Concert Series:: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Chopin - Piano Concerto No.2 in F Minor
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Liszt - Un Sospiro
Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
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Evening Concert Series: Mozart Concertos by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and special guests will perform a selection of Mozart's finest concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Mozart - Overture to the Marriage of Figaro
Mozart - Piano Concerto in A major K414
Mozart - Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
Mozart - Clarinet Concerto in A major K622
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St Giles’ at Six: Nikita Lukinov - Piano
Tchaikovsky Excerpts from Sleeping Beauty; Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Viv McLean (piano)
Programme
Brahms - Three Intermezzos Op.117
Brahms - Two Rhapsodies Op.79
Beethoven - Sonata in F Minor Op. 57 "Appassionata"
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St Giles’ at Six: Bristo Community Concert Band
In their 10th anniversary year, Bristo Community Concert Band present a concert with a Disney theme. Music by John Williams, Danny Elfman and other Disney Composers.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Murray McLachlan (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 26 in E major, op 81a
Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 27 in E minor, Op. 90
Chopin - Berceuse Op 57
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Evening Concert Series: Valentines Moonlight Sonata - Jonathan French
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital for Valentines evening in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Featuring renowned concert pianist, Jonathan French, the programme will include an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Jonathan French
Programme
Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata
Liszt: Liebestraume No.3
Schubert: Impromptu in Gb Major op 90
Chopin: Nocturne in Eb & Fantasie Impromptu in C# minor
Debussy: Claire De Lune
Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue
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Evening Concert Series: Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Enjoy the perfect Valentines day concert with the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta as they perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ben Norris (violin)
Programme
Vivaldi - Violin Concerto in A minor
Mozart - Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
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Evening Concert Series: Chopin by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of Chopin's much-loved piano works.
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 flat major
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Evening Concert Series: Rachmaninov 2nd Concerto by Candlelight - The Piccadilly sinfonietta
In the perfect programme for Valentines weekend, the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith will perform Rachmaninov's ever-popular 2nd piano concerto an other much-loved works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ben Norris - Violin/Guest Leader
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Pachelbel - Canon in D
Beethoven - Romance in F
Mozart - Eine kleine Nachtmusik
INTERVAL
Rachmaninov - 2nd Piano Concerto
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St Giles’ at Six: Heriot-Watt University Choir and Chamber Choir, Matthew Brown - Director
Literary Greats Part 1 - A programme of music featuring settings of the literary greats including Tennyson, Dickens, Burns, Tolkien, Rossetti and more.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Christina Lawrie (piano)
Programme
Schubert: Impromptu in B flat major
Schubert-Liszt: Liebesbotschaft
Schumann-Liszt: Widmung
Beethoven: Waldstein Sonata
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St Giles’ at Six: Heriot-Watt University Orchestra Matthew Brown - Conductor
Literary Greats Part 2 - A programme of music inspired by the literary greats including Goethe, Ibsen, Tolkien, with music by Beethoven, Grieg and Bizet.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series. This exciting and prestigious new concert series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas throughout 2024. Featuring exceptional performances from leading UK and international pianists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest piano repertoire, as curated by our guest performers.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Piano Sonata Op 2 no. 3 in C major
Chopin - Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor
Schubert - Impromptu Op 90 No. 3 in G flat major
Liszt - Rigoletto Paraphrase
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Evening Concert Series: Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight - Christina Lawrie
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Featuring renowned concert pianist, Christina Lawrie, the programme will include Gershwin's masterpiece Rhapsody In Blue along with other outstanding classical and romantic piano works
Featuring
Christina Lawrie (piano)
Programme
Grieg - Lyric Pieces (selection)
Grieg - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninoff - Morceaux de Fantaisie, Morceaux de Salon and Etudes-Tableaux (selections)
Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
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Evening Concert Series: Beethoven Piano Concertos by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta with a renowned concert pianist, Christina Lawrie, will perform Beethoven's outstanding first piano concerto and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Christina Lawrie (piano)
Programme
Pachelbel - Canon in D
Handel - Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
Mozart - EIne Kleine Nachtmusik
INTERVAL
Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 1
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Liszt - Un Sospiro
Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Tickets here Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Beethoven -The Emperor Piano Concerto
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
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St Giles’ at Six: Edinburgh University Chamber Choir, Jack Oades - Conductor
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series. This exciting and prestigious new programme of concerts will feature an exceptional selection of chamber music throughout 2024, covering classical and romantic masterpieces from Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Haydn and more
Featuring a lineup of outstanding UK and international artists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest chamber music in the stunning candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral. With it's newly installed Steinway Grand Piano, this will be a musical experience to remember! St Giles is situated in the heart of the Royal Mile with many bars and restaurants nearby to complete your evening.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Ben Norris (violin)
Andrew Huggan (cello)
Programme
Beethoven - Piano Trio Op.1 No.3 in C minor
Mendelssohn - Piano Trio No.1 in D minor
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St Giles' at Six: Sinfonia Chamber Players
Beethoven Sextet in E flat Op 81b Mozart A Musical Joke Dunhill Quintet Dubois Cavatine.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
St Giles’ at Six: George Heriot's School Chamber Choir and performers
Paul Mealor Ubi Caritas Rebecca Rowe Cloths of Heaven Philip Wilby Marianne. Also featuring soloists and Strings Camerata with music by Corelli.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
St Giles’ at Six: School of Social and Political Science Choir, Edinburgh University Ailsa Aitkenhead - Piano Kirstin Anderson - Director
A programme of partsongs and traditional songs with anthems by Mozart, Lauridsen and Whitacre together with music for piano solo by Mozart, Chopin and Debussy.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Martin Cousin
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional Valentine's piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Martin Cousin, will perform an outstanding selection of classical and romantic piano works in a concert to remember!
Featuring
Martin Cousin (piano)
Programme
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C# minor Op.3 no.2
Brahms - Intermezzo in A Op.118 no.2
Grieg - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen Op.65 no.6
Mendelssohn - Fantasy Op.28
Chopin - Nocturne in Eb Op.9 no.2
Debussy - Clair de lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and will perform Vivaldi's Masterpiece The Four Seasons and other much-loved works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral. Also featuring Mozart's popular piano concerto in A Major with renowned concert pianist Martin Cousin, it's a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Martin Cousin (Piano)
Ben Norris (Violin)
Programme
Mozart - Adagio in E major for Violin and Orchestra K261
Mozart - Piano concerto in A Major K488
INTERVAL
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
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St Giles' at Six: Edinburgh Police Choir Stuart Murray Mitchell - Director
A medley of music from pop song arrangements to classical items including some Scottish and more traditional arrangements.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: The Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
St Giles Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series. This exciting and prestigious new programme of concerts will feature an exceptional selection of chamber music throughout 2024, covering classical and romantic masterpieces from Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Haydn and more
Featuring a lineup of outstanding UK and international artists, these concerts will be an unrivalled opportunity to enjoy some of the world's greatest chamber music in the stunning candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral.
Featuring
Malgorzata Zwierzchowska (violin)
Eden Agranat Meged (piano)
Programme
Mozart - Violin Sonata in G major, K. 379
Elgar - Violin Sonata in E minor, Op. 82
Bacewicz - Sonata No. 1 "Da Camera"
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Liszt - Un Sospiro
Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Tickets here Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Ben Norris (violin)
Programme
Bach - Piano concerto no. 3
Bach - Piano concerto no.7
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
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Evening Concert Series: Goldberg Variations by Candlelight - Daniel Grimwood
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional afternoon piano recital at the beautiful venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Featuring renowned British concert pianist, Daniel Grimwood, performing J.S. Bach's masterpiece, The Goldberg Variations, this will be a rare opportunity to hear a this outstanding work in full. There are a good choice of bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night.
Featuring
Daniel Grimwood (piano)
Programme
The Goldberg Variations - J.S. Bach
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Evening Concert Series: Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Vivaldi and Bach's magnificent concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ben Norris (violin)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor
Vivaldi - Concerto in A minor
Bach - Violin Concerto in E major
Interval
Vivaldi - Concerto in C major for 2 trumpets
Vivaldi - Double Violin Concerto in A minor
Bach - Double Violin Concerto in D minor
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Liszt - Un Sospiro
Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfoniettatd
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and Grieg's much-loved piano concerto in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Ben Norris (violin)
Programme
Greig - Piano Concerto in A Minor
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
Tickets here: Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Liszt - Un Sospiro
Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other exquisite works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Mozart - Overture to the Marriage of Figaro
Mozart - Piano Concerto in E flat Major K449
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
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Evening Concert Series: Chopin by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of Chopin's much-loved piano works.
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 flat major
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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Pachelbel - Canon in D
Bach - Piano Concerto No 5 in F minor
Locatelli - Concerto Grosso Op.1 No.11
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Liszt - Un Sospiro
Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
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Evening Concert Series: A Night at The Opera by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfoniettaon
Enjoy an exceptional performance of a some of the world's greatest operatic repertoire. Set in the beautiful candlelit setting St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh and featuring some of the UK's most accomplished Operatic soloists along with the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, this will be a musical experience not to be missed!
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Susan Parkes (Soprano) and guests
Programme
“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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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Luke Jones
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Featuring renowned concert pianist, Luke Jones, the programme will include Beethoven's masterpiece The Moonlight Sonata along with other outstanding classical and romantic piano works
Featuring
Luke Jones (piano)
Programme
Debussy - Suite Bergamasque
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Liszt - Liebestraum No.3
Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody No.2
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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Jenny Sacha (violin)
Programme
Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor BVW1041
Mozart - Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
Interval
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
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St Giles' at Six: Rudsambee Company of Singers
A cappella music, old and new, from near and far, for the festive season.
Entry is free, with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: Viennese Christmas Spectacular in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Experience the enchantment of Viennese Christmas at our spectacular concert!
Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of Johann Strauss with the lively “Die Fledermaus Overture” and the foot-tapping “Trisch-Trasch Polka.” Feel the romantic allure of Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty Waltz” and the vibrant rhythms of Brahms’ “Hungarian Dance No. 5.”
Let the magic of the holiday season sweep you away with the iconic “Nutcracker Suite” by Tchaikovsky, evoking the joys of childhood dreams. And no Viennese concert would be complete without the breathtaking “Blue Danube” waltz, an embodiment of elegance and grace.
Join us as we celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a symphonic feast that will leave your heart soaring and your soul filled with joy!
PROGRAMME
Strauss – Die Fledermaus Overture
Strauss – Trisch-Trasch Polka
Tchaikovsky – Sleeping Beauty Waltz
Brahms – Hungarian Dance No. 5
Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite
Strauss – Blue Danube Waltz
Tickets available here.
Evening Concert Series: Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Get ready to unwrap the ultimate holiday treat with our Christmas at the Movies concert! Join us as we embark on a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films. It’s a festive celebration that will fill your spirit with joy and bring back memories of cosy nights by the fire.
Come on our cinematic sleigh ride with the timeless classic “White Christmas” where we will transport you to a snow-covered wonderland before diving into the heart-warming ensemble tale of “Love Actually” where love, laughter, and a stellar soundtrack intertwine.
Of course, no Christmas at the Movies concert would be complete without the mischievous antics of Kevin McCallister in “Home Alone”. Brace yourself for delightful mischief and the iconic musical score accompanying Kevin’s hilarious battles against the bumbling burglars.
But wait, there’s more! We’ve prepared a medley of holiday hits from other cherished films including “Elf,” “The Polar Express,” and “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Experience the magic of Santa’s workshop, embark on a train ride to the North Pole and rediscover the true meaning of Christmas through the eyes of George Bailey.
So gather your loved ones, don your favourite festive sweater, and get ready for an unforgettable night of music, laughter, and holiday cheer. Our Christmas at the Movies concert is a joyful celebration of cinema and the spirit of the season that will leave you with a heart full of warmth and a smile as bright as Rudolph’s nose! Merry Melodies and a very Merry Christmas to all!
TIMINGS
Saturday 14th December
17:45 - Doors Open
18:15 - Concert begins
Duration 1 hour and 15 minutes
PROGRAMME
Home Alone
Love Actually
Elf
Polar Express
White Christmas
A Christmas Carol
It’s a Wonderful Life
And many more!
PERFORMERS
London Concertante
Evening Concert Series: Christmas Baroque featuring the Four Seasons by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Experience the magic of Christmas with an enchanting Baroque concert by candlelight! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the timeless melodies of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, the festive brilliance of Torelli and Corelli’s Christmas Overtures, and the majestic grandeur of Handel’s “Messiah” Overture.
Let the warm glow of candlelight and the exquisite music transport you to a world of wonder and holiday cheer. Don’t miss the special celebration of classical splendour and seasonal joy! Secure your tickets now and be part of this enchanting holiday tradition.
One of the UK’s most renowned ensembles, London Concertante has been bringing outstanding quality classical music to audiences across the country for over three decades, creating unforgettable experiences for classical music connoisseurs and newcomers alike.
If you don’t consider yourself ‘in the know’ about classical music, fear not, this is the orchestra for you. London Concertante boasts an impressive record in which half of our audiences are first time classical concert goers.
The highly acclaimed orchestra has its audience laughing at jokes, gasping at virtuosity, moved by gorgeous string playing, and leaving with a smile on their faces.
Book now as a cherished gift for your favourite classical music lover, and for a night out truly like no other.
TIMINGS
Friday 13th December
19:30 - Doors Open
20:00 - Concert begins
Duration 2 hours with a short interval
PROGRAMME
Handel – “Messiah” Overture
Corelli – Christmas Concerto
Torelli – Christmas Concerto
Vivaldi – The Four Seasons
PERFORMERS
London Concertante
Evening Concert Series: Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Experience an enchanting evening at our Candlelight Concert performed by virtuoso pianist, Daniel Grimwood, where the flickering glow of candles sets the stage for a captivating musical journey. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of classical music as we present a selection of exquisite masterpieces.
Feel the delicate melancholy of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata, as its haunting melody resonates through the air. Let the gentle raindrop-like notes of Chopin’s Raindrop Prelude transport you to a world of introspection and tranquillity.
Join us for an evening of serene ambience and musical brilliance, as we celebrate the artistry of these incredible composers in the warm embrace of candlelight.
TIMINGS
Friday 13th December
17:45 - Doors open
18:15 - Concert begins
Duration 1 hour
PROGRAMME
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Chopin - Raindrop Prelude
Liszt - Sonata in B minor
PERFORMERS
Daniel Grimwood
Evening Concert Series: Ronald McDonald House Charities UK Carol Service
Join Ronald McDonald House Charities UK at our heart-warming Carol Concert in Edinburgh on Wednesday 11 December 2024.
Tickets available here.
Evening Concert Series: Handel's Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional classical works . Brought to you by the phenomenal musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta accompanying some of the most accomplished and talented singers in the UK today. Set in the beautiful candlelit location of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, this will be a festive musical experience to remember!
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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Susan Parkes (Soprano) and guests
Programme
Handel - Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
Bach - Air on the G string
Handel - Water Music (selection)
Bach - Double Violin Concerto in D Minor BWV1053
INTERVAL
Handel - A selection of highlights from The Messiah
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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata at Christmas - Simon Watterton
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional pre-Christmas piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Simon Watterton, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Simon Watterton (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Sonata in C Sharp Minor op.27 no.2 'Moonlight'
Schubert - Impromptu in E Flat Major op.90 no.2
Schubert - Impromptu in G Flat Major op.90 no.3
Liszt - Petrarch Sonnet no.123
Liszt - Liebestraum no.3
Beethoven - Rage Over a Lost Penny
Debussy - Clair de Lune
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St Giles' at Six: Songbirds
Scotland’s highly acclaimed women’s choir Songbirds invite you for an hour of wonderful and varied Christmas music from around the world – both traditional and contemporary.
Free entry with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
SOLD OUT - Sounds on Saturday: Christmas Favourites and Carols for All
Jordan English – Organ
Michael Harris – Master of the Music
Come and sing favourite Christmas Carols and enjoy the festive atmosphere with St Giles’ Cathedral Choir.
Please note this event is now sold out.
Evening Concert Series: Trussell Carol Concert
Trussell is an anti-poverty charity and community of food banks who work together to ensure no one in the UK needs a food bank to survive. Join Trussell this festive season as they host an evening of timeless carols, impactful stories and breathtaking spoken word pieces.
Tickets at trussell.org.uk
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, in the spectacular candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Featuring the exceptional musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, the programme also includes Pachelbel's Canon in D and Rachmaninov's much-loved Second Piano Concerto with renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith.
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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Pachelbel – Canon in D
Rachmaninov - Piano Concerto No. 2
INTERVAL
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
...plus bonus festive item!
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Evening Concert Series - Moonlight Sonata at Christmas: Warren MAilley-Smith
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional pre-Christmas piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of much-loved piano works, including Beethoven's masterpiece, The Moonlight Sonata.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody
Chopin - Scherzo No.1
Chopin - Berceuse
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
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St Giles' at Six: Organ Recital, Michael Harris
Flor Peeters Toccata, Fugue et Hymne sur Ave maris stella
J.S.Bach Nun komm der heiden Heiland BWV 661 & BWV 659
Heinrich Scheidemann Magnficat VI Toni
Guilmant Pastorale (Sonata 1)
Charles-Marie Widor Allegro (Symphonie VI)
Entry is free, with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: Edinburgh City Orchestra
Doors open 18:30
Programme:
Richard Wagner: Prelude and Liebestod from 'Tristan und Isolde'
Sergei Rachmaninov: Symphony no. 2 in E minor
Tickets Available at Eventbrite.
COMBINED CHOIRS’ EVENSONG: ST GILES’ CATHEDRAL, PAISLEY ABBEY AND ST MARY’S EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL, EDINBURGH
The combined choirs of St Giles' Cathdral, St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral Edinburgh and Paisley Abbey sing Evensong for the Feast of Christ the King.
Please note that this is a worship service, not a concert.
This service is being recorded by BBC Radio 4 for future broadcast. Those wishing to attend are asked to be present by 1745; latecomers cannot be admitted.
Entry is free, with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons along with Chopin's ever-popular First Piano Concerto, in the spectacular candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh. Featuring the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith and a leading violin soloist Henry Chandler, it'll be perfect start to the festive season!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Henry Chandler (violin)
Programme
Chopin - Piano Concerto No.1 in E Minor
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
Evening Concert Series: Chopin by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
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 flat major
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(Cancelled) Afternoon Concert Series: A Choired Taste, Kilmarnock
Please not that this concert has been cancelled.
Evening Concert Series: A Night at the Opera by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
London Concertante presents a sensational evening at the opera with an array of the finest opera arias and overtures, performing works from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart. Enjoy some of the best from Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, The Barber of Seville, Carmen, Così fan tutte and so much more.
Experience the thrill, drama, and romance of some of opera’s most beloved and immersive stories, performed by acclaimed live orchestra, London Concertante, and some of the UK’s greatest opera singers – all presented by spectacular candlelight as part of their sell-out Candlelight Concerts series
Feel the intensity of Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma” from the epic opera Turandot, as its powerful notes sweep over you. Delight in the delicate harmonies of Delibes’ “Flower Duet” from Lakme, a floral celebration of soprano voices. Meanwhile Mozart’s “Marriage of Figaro Overture” sets the tone for comedic intrigue, leading seamlessly to the emotional depth of Puccini’s “O Mio Babbino Caro” from Gianni Schicchi.
The evening continues with the lively overture from Rossini’s Barber of Seville, followed by Verdi’s spirited “La donna e mobile” from Rigoletto. Experience the seductive allure of Bizet’s Habanera from Carmen before being serenaded by Puccini’s heartrending arias, “Un Bel Di Vedremo” from Madame Butterfly and “E Lucevan le Stelle” from Tosca.
If you don’t consider yourself ‘in the know’ about Rossini, Verdi, or Puccini, fear not, this is the orchestra for you. London Concertante boasts an impressive record in which half of all spectators are first time classical concert goers.
The highly acclaimed orchestra has its audience laughing at jokes, gasping at virtuosity, moved by gorgeous string playing, and leaving with a smile on their faces.
Join us for a night where each piece is a precious gem, meticulously chosen to showcase the depth and diversity of the operatic experience.
Let the melodies resonate in your heart and soul, as the performers transport you to a world of classical music, passion, drama, and exquisite musicality.
TIMINGS
Friday 22nd November
18:45 - Doors open
19:30 - Concert begins
Duration 2 hours 15 minutes with a short interval
PROGRAMME
Puccini – “Nessun Dorma” from Turandot
Delibes – “Flower Duet” from Lakme
Mozart – Marriage of Figaro overture
Puccini – “O Mio Babbino Caro” from Gianni Schicchi
Rossini – Barber of Seville Overture
Verdi – “La donna e mobile” from Rigoletto
Bizet – Habanera from Carmen
Puccini – “Un Bel Di Vedremo” from Madame Butterfly
Puccini – “E Lucevan le Stelle” from Tosca
and many, many more!
PERFORMERS
Three incredible opera singers
London Concertante
Evening Concert Series: Norwegian Advent Concert
Traditional Scottish Norwegian Advent Concert featuring the Schola Cantorum of Edinburgh directed by Eric von Ibler, alongside musicians Erlend Apneseth on Hardanger fiddle and pianist Sigbjørn Apeland from Vestland, Norway. Free entry.
St Giles' at Six: The Edinburgh Academy
Musicians from The Edinburgh Academy present a programme of choral music by Stanford, Chilcott and others performed by the Chamber Choir, girls’ and boys’ choirs, and chamber ensembles.
Entry is free, with an optional donation. Tickets available at Eventbrite.
Evening Concert Series: A Night at The Opera by Candlelight (feat. Nessun Dorma)
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers will perform a dazzling selection of the world's greatest operatic repertoire. Set in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, it'll be a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style.
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Susan Parkes (soprano)
David Powton (tenor)
Programme
“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
Tickets here: Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Murray McLachlan
Featuring
Murray McLachlan (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Chopin - Etude Op.10 No.3
Chopin - Etude Op.10 No.12
Chopin - Nocturne Op.48 No.1
Chopin - Polonaise Op.53
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Liszt - Dante Sonata
Tickets here: Eventim
Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece The Four Seasons and other magnificent works in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ashley Fripp (piano)
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Programme
Handel - Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
Bach - Piano Concerto No 1 in D minor
INTERVAL
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
Tickets here: Eventim
Evening concert series - Rachmaninov by Candlelight - ashley fripp
Featuring
Ashley Fripp (piano)
Programme
Sergei Rachmaninov - Preludes Op 23:
Prelude in F-sharp minor, Op. 23 No. 1
Prelude in B-flat major, Op. 23 No. 2
Prelude in D minor, Op. 23 No. 3
Prelude in D major, Op. 23 No. 4
Prelude in G minor, Op. 23 No. 5
Prelude in E-flat major, Op. 23 No. 6
Prelude in C minor, Op. 23 No. 7
Prelude in A-flat major, Op. 23 No. 8
Prelude in E-flat minor, Op. 23 No. 9
Prelude in G-flat major, Op. 23 No. 10
Tickets here: Eventim