From music as bracing and exhilarating as a midnight sleigh-ride, to the comforts of familiar seasonal favourites, the BBC SSO invites you to an evening of Christmas orchestral magic. Enjoy instantly recognisable melodies of Yuletide carols and festive songs, all wrapped up in the luxurious sound of a live orchestra and hosted by the wonderful Jamie MacDougall. Book now, for a concert that’s brimming with festive good cheer and the perfect kick-start to your seasonal celebrations.

Christmas Classics in Aberdeen

Music Hall

Christmas Classics in Ayr

Town Hall

Christmas at the Movies in Edinburgh

The Usher Hall

Can you imagine Christmas without a classic film (or two) to enjoy with a cheeky sherry (or three)? Well some sensible folks can’t even imagine a Christmas without our annual festive feast of movie music. And if you’re 8 or 80 there’s something for you. Expect the sumptuous sounds of Hollywood’s Golden Age, John Williams blockbusters, Disney favourites and the occasional surprise. Singer and presenter Jamie MacDougall is once again in the director’s chair for this fabulous matinee performance.

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Christmas at the Movies

Glasgow City Hall

Join us on the Friday before Christmas and prepare to be enchanted by the orchestra’s annual feast of festive music. Enjoy toe-tapping melodies, a midnight sleigh-ride and beloved seasonal classics. Immerse yourself in the timeless classics of Yuletide carols and festive songs, enveloped in the rich harmony of a live symphony orchestra - all guided by the delightful Jamie MacDougall. Secure your seats now for a concert brimming with Christmas cheer – the ideal start to your seasonal festivities.

The BBC SSO’s festive feast of movie music is back by popular demand, returning to the Usher Hall for its second year! Singer Jamie MacDougall is your host for this family-friendly celebration, featuring popular tunes from blockbusters, film scores by the legendary John Williams, and the opulent harmonies of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Secure your tickets today to kickstart your festive celebrations with a symphonic burst of big screen magic. And prepare to be mesmerised by the power of a live symphony orchestra – perhaps the best special effect of all time!

Singer Jamie MacDougall is your host for the BBC SSO’s annual feast of movie music for all ages, featuring popular tunes from blockbusters, timeless film scores by the legendary John Williams, and the opulent harmonies of Hollywood’s Golden Age. It’s always a sell-out, so secure your tickets today to kickstart your festive celebrations with a symphonic burst of big screen magic. Prepare to be mesmerised by the power of a live symphony orchestra –perhaps the best special effect of all time!

Jamie MacDougall

Events

Upcoming events

Dec 20, 2024

Christmas Classics in Aberdeen · BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

Dec 21, 2024

Christmas at the Movies in Edinburgh · BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

Dec 22, 2024

Christmas at the Movies · BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Dec 22, 2023

Christmas Classics in Aberdeen · BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

Dec 20, 2023

Christmas Classics in Ayr · BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

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