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A Symphony of Festive Cheer and Artistic Splendor with the RSNO

This holiday season, let the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) whisk you away on a journey of music and wonder. From the festive delights of the 'RSNO Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman' to the evocative 'The Lost Words and Ethan Loch Plays Gershwin,' RSNO promises a series of unforgettable performances. With events ranging from family-friendly sing-alongs to profound choral masterpieces, these concerts bring together celebrated composers, talented artists, and the enchanting beauty of music. Join us as we explore the magic of these must-see events this December and March.

May 25, 2025

1. RSNO Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman

Join the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! This family-friendly concert is packed full of your favourite sing-along carols and festive melodies, including Consider the Penguin and Schneewalzer. Plus, don’t miss the enchanting film The Snowman shown on the big screen, accompanied by the Orchestra and narrated by our star guest, comedian Josie Long. It’s the perfect start to your Christmas!

17 - 20 Dec, 2025

Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall + 3 other locations

2. The Lost Words

‘We find it hard to love what we cannot give a name to,’ says Robert Macfarlane, author of The Lost Words. ‘And names, good names, well used can help us see and they help us care.’ The book has become a bestseller. Now British composer James Burton has set its message to music. It’s a tuneful celebration of a vanishing natural world, created for young voices and sung today by the RSNO’s inspirational Youth Chorus. Discover a newly minted classic this lunchtime.

Mar 22, 2026

Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

3. Ethan Loch Plays Gershwin

If you caught Ethan Loch’s performance with the RSNO last Season or in the final of BBC Young Musician 2022, you’ll already know that there’s something magical about this young Scottish pianist. And if you didn’t, what better way to discover him than in Gershwin’s fabulous Rhapsody in Blue? The enchantment doesn’t stop there, as Music Director Thomas Søndergård conjures up the wizardry of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and introduces the dancing crockery and singing squirrels of Ravel’s ravishing mini-opera. Sounds extraordinary? Just wait until you hear it.

27 - 28 Mar, 2026

Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall + 1 other locations

Conclusion

As the RSNO prepares to grace the stages of Scotland with these spectacular events, audiences are in for a treat of musical artistry and festive delight. Each concert, with its unique theme and artistic flair, promises to leave a lasting impression. Whether you’re drawn by the festive allure of 'The Snowman,' the profound message of 'The Lost Words,' or the vibrant energy of 'Rhapsody in Blue,' the RSNO offers a musical journey that is both enriching and inspiring. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of these unforgettable experiences.

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