Handels Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas Live Music & Concerts

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Enjoy an exceptional Christmas evening of candlelit classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Brought to you by the phenomenal musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta accompanying some of the most accomplished and talented singers in the UK today. In addition, the programme will include some of Bach's finest violin concertos and his much loved Air on the G String

Set in the beautiful candlelit location of St Giles Cathedral , this will be a festive evening to remember!

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Programme
Bach - Air on a G string
Bach - Violin Concerto in A minor
Bach - Double Violin Concerto in D minor
(Interval)
Handel – Messiah (selected arias and choruses)

Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
String and voice soloists to be confirmed

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Since its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta have become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving up to 100 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 Vivaldi:

https://youtu.be/96PzKgCnrlA

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Date(s)12 Dec 2023
WebsiteVisit website
VenueSt Giles Cathedral
AddressHigh Street, Edinburgh, Midlothian,
EH1 1RE

Box Office0131-225 4363
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Event Details

Date12 Dec 2023
Time(s)7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost£19, £28, £38, £42
VenueSt Giles Cathedral
High Street
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH1 1RE
Phone03336663366
CategoryLive Music & Concerts


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