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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
Dec
20

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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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Dec
20

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
Dec
21

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

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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Dec
21

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.

'Stunning' Classic FM

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
Dec
22

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.

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Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral: J.S.BACH WEIHNACHTSORATORIUM PARTS 4, 5 & 6
Dec
31

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
Jan
1

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

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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Jan
6

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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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Jan
13

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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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Jan
20

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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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Jan
27

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
Jan
31

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
Jan
31

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
Feb
1

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
Feb
1

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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 Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Feb
3

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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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Feb
10

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
Feb
14

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
Feb
14

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
Feb
15

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
Feb
15

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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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Feb
17

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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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024: The Beethoven Sonatas
Feb
24

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
Feb
28

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
Feb
28

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
Mar
1

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
Mar
1

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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Evening Concert Series: Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
Mar
3

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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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Martin Cousin
Mar
29

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
Mar
29

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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Evening Concert Series: The Royal Mile Chamber Music Series
Mar
31

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
Apr
25

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
Apr
25

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
Apr
26

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
Apr
26

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
May
31

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
May
31

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!

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Featuring

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta

Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Ben Norris (violin)

Programme

Greig - Piano Concerto in A Minor

Vivaldi - Four Seasons

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Evening Concert Series: Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight - Warren Mailley-Smith
Jun
27

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
Jun
27

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!

'Stunning' - Classic FM

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
Jul
25

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
Jul
25

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
Jul
26

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
Jul
26

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
Aug
23

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
Aug
23

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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Evening Concert Series:  Viennese Christmas Spectacular in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Dec
14

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

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Evening Concert Series: Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Dec
14

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

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Evening Concert Series: Christmas Baroque featuring the Four Seasons by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Dec
13

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

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Evening Concert Series: Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Dec
13

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

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Evening Concert Series: Handel's Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Dec
9

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
Dec
9

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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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Dec
2

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
Dec
2

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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COMBINED CHOIRS’ EVENSONG: ST GILES’ CATHEDRAL, PAISLEY ABBEY AND ST MARY’S EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL, EDINBURGH
Nov
24

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.

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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight - The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Nov
23

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!

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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Henry Chandler (violin)

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

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Evening Concert Series: A Night at the Opera by Candlelight in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
Nov
22

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

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Evening Concert Series: A Night at The Opera by Candlelight (feat. Nessun Dorma)
Nov
16

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

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Evening Concert Series: Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Nov
15

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

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Evening concert series - Rachmaninov by Candlelight - ashley fripp
Nov
15

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

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