Marzena Diakun

Adrian Dwyer

Fflur Wyn

Pei-Jee Ng

Ben Mcateer

Royal Scottish National Orchestra

Immerse yourself in the spellbinding world of medieval choral music with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's (RSNO) electrifying performance of Carl Orff's "Carmina Burana." This captivating concert event, featuring the renowned Royal Scottish National Orchestra under the baton of the distinguished conductor Marzena Diakun, promises an evening of unforgettable musical thrills. The performance is set to take place at the Usher Hall in Edinburgh on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:30 pm, followed by a performance at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 7:30 pm.

"Carmina Burana," known for its powerful choruses and enchanting rhythms, is a piece that explores themes of passion, the fickleness of fortune, and the joy of the return of Spring. It remains one of the most popular pieces in the classical music repertoire, celebrated for its dynamic energy and the raw emotion it conveys. The concert will open with Elena Langer's "The Dong with a Luminous Nose," a playful cello concerto inspired by the nonsense verse of Edward Lear, featuring RSNO Principal Cellist Pei-Jee Ng.

The evening will be further enriched by the talents of soloists Pei-Jee Ng (Cello), Fflur Wyn (Soprano), Adrian Dwyer (Tenor), and Ben McAteer (Baritone), alongside the angelic voices of the RSNO Youth Chorus and RSNO Chorus, under the direction of Patrick Barrett and Stephen Doughty, respectively.

Tickets for this must-see event are available in various pricing tiers, ensuring accessibility for all. Discounts are offered for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups, making this a perfect cultural outing for everyone.

Prepare to be swept away by the sheer force and beauty of "Carmina Burana," performed by the RSNO. This concert is not just a performance; it's an experience that promises to stir the soul and ignite the imagination. Book your tickets now and be part of a night where medieval chants meet the majesty of the orchestra in a spectacle of sound and emotion.