This concert marks Sir Mark Elder’s farewell to the Hallé Orchestra, drawing his tenure as music director to a close after 24 remarkable years. And what a way to bow out, with two commanding works from the era in which he has attracted his greatest acclaim.

Mahler’s Fifth Symphony

Usher Hall

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Berlioz's "Grande Messe des Morts" with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) under the baton of Music Director Thomas Søndergård. This monumental concert event promises to be one of Scotland's musical highlights of the year, featuring a colossal ensemble that includes a gigantic orchestra, a mighty chorus, four brass bands, and a team of opera singers. 

Join us for two unforgettable evenings of awe-inspiring music. The first performance will take place at Usher Hall, Edinburgh, on Friday, 14 June 2024, at 7:30 pm, followed by a second performance at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow, on Saturday, 15 June 2024, at 7:30 pm. 

The concert will showcase the talents of tenor Magnus Walker and the RSNO Chorus, directed by Stephen Doughty, alongside the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Voices and Musicians. 

Before the concert, attendees will have the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the music with a pre-concert talk by RSNO Chorus Director Stephen Doughty, free to ticket holders. This talk will take place at 6:45 pm in the Upper Circle Bar in Edinburgh and the Clyde Foyer in Glasgow.

Tickets are available for purchase, with discounts available for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, and patrons with disabilities. Don't miss this grand event that promises to be a highlight of Scotland's musical calendar.

Magnus Walker

Events

Past events

Aug 17, 2024

Mahler’s Fifth Symphony · Edinburgh International Festival

14 - 15 Jun, 2024

Berlioz Grande Messe · Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Singer in Symphony No. 5 by Mahler

Edinburgh International Festival

Tenor in Grande Messe des morts by Berlioz

Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Singer in Psalm 130 by Boulanger

Edinburgh International Festival

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