We are rarely confronted with death in our culture. We don't talk about it and we move it to nursing homes and hospices. Perhaps a new attitude towards death and grief is slowly emerging, but we still lack rituals and spaces to face them, because studies show that grief is fundamentally lonely in our society. The concert series 'The Tones of Death' will attempt to create such a space, perhaps a modern mourning ritual, where death is existential and where we can be together about it.

In 2021, the Danish Entertainment Orchestra performed the first concert with 'The Tones of Death', which was framed by excerpts from Naja Marie Aidt's 'If death has taken something from you, give it back. Carl's book', selected and read by the author herself. Since then, there have been successful concerts in 2022 and 2023 with, among others, Søren Ulrik Thomsen and Maren Uthaug as literary guests.

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Death Tones

The Royal Danish Academy of Music

Diotima Quartet

The Studio Hall

Immerse yourself in the ethereal sounds of the North with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's captivating concert series, "Sibelius Seven & Nordic Music Days." Scheduled for two unforgettable evenings on Friday, November 1st, and Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, this event promises to transport audiences to the majestic landscapes of the Nordic regions through the power of music.

Under the baton of esteemed conductor Thomas Søndergård, the RSNO will present a diverse repertoire that showcases the rich musical heritage and contemporary creativity of the Nordic countries. The program includes works by Lisa Robertson, Errollyn Wallen, Rune Glerup, Bent Sørensen, and the iconic Symphony No. 7 by Jean Sibelius, among others. Each piece has been carefully selected to represent the unique voices and stories of the North, from the serene beauty of Northern Lights to the profound depths of Evening Land.

Highlighting the event are performances by world-renowned soloists, including violin virtuoso Isabelle Faust and the innovative silent performer Hildur Elísa Jónsdóttir. Their exceptional talents will bring to life the intricate melodies and harmonies of the North, creating a mesmerizing auditory experience.

The concert series will take place at two prestigious venues: Usher Hall in Edinburgh on November 1st and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow on November 2nd. Both evenings will commence at 7:30 PM, offering audiences the chance to experience the magic of Nordic music in two of Scotland's most vibrant cities.

This event not only celebrates the legacy of Nordic composers but also introduces the audience to the contemporary sounds emerging from the region. It's a rare opportunity to explore the musical innovations and traditions of the North, all in the company of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and its distinguished guests.

Tickets are available for purchase, with various pricing options to accommodate all attendees. Special discounts are offered for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups, ensuring that everyone has the chance to partake in this extraordinary musical journey.

Don't miss the chance to be part of "Sibelius Seven & Nordic Music Days" – a celebration of Nordic music that promises to be as enchanting as the landscapes that inspired it.

Sibelius Seven & Nordic Music Days

The Usher Hall

Buchanan Galleries

The North has many voices and when they all come together, as part of Nordic Music Days, the result is a new and wonderful kind of harmony. Sibelius crafts a symphony from sounds of ice and rock; Errollyn Wallen paints the skies as seen from a Scottish lighthouse; and star violinist Isabelle Faust soars like a bird across a Nordic seascape. And that’s not the half of it! With startlingly beautiful new sounds from Copenhagen and Glasgow, prepare to be astonished.

Rune Glerup

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Death Tones · Danish Chamber Orchestra

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