Handel's Messiah at Christmas (highlights) by Candlelight

Schedule

Mon Dec 09 2024 at 08:00 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

St Giles Cathedral | Edinburgh, SC

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Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.
About this Event

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!'Stunning' Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Susan Parkes (Soprano)
Violin and other operatic soloists (Mezzo Soprano, Baritone & Bass) to be announced.
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
The Piccadilly SinfoniettaSince its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta have become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving over 200 performances a year in some of the country’s most beautiful and prestigious venues. The ensemble comprises some of the most prodigious musical talent and performs exclusively with leading virtuoso soloists. The group performs under the artistic direction of its founder, concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith and focuses on the virtuoso concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical and early romantic periods.Here's a short video extract of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta performing

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Where is it happening?

St Giles Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 46.21

CityMusic Promotions Ltd

Host or Publisher CityMusic Promotions Ltd

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