Experience the pinnacle of piano performance as the Royal Scottish National Orchestra presents "Rachmaninov's Third Piano Concerto" featuring the exceptional talents of Jonathan Mamora, winner of the 2023 Scottish International Piano Competition. Under the baton of the renowned conductor Lionel Bringuier, this concert promises an electrifying journey through the grand romantic heights of Rachmaninov's masterpiece, known as the Everest of Piano Concertos.

The concert repertoire also includes Louise Farrenc's powerful "Overture No. 2" and Bartók's vibrant "Concerto for Orchestra," showcasing the orchestra's full spectrum of colors and textures. This musical celebration will take place across three iconic venues:

- Music Hall, Aberdeen on Thursday, 6th March 2025, at 7.30pm
- Usher Hall, Edinburgh on Friday, 7th March 2025, at 7.30pm
- Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow on Saturday, 8th March 2025, at 7.30pm

Ticket prices vary by venue, with discounts available for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups. Booking fees may apply.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness a true champion like Jonathan Mamora tackle the Everest of Piano Concertos, supported by the dynamic conducting of Lionel Bringuier and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's rich musical tapestry. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of music that promises to be nothing short of electric.

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Rachmaninov’s Third Piano Concerto

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Immerse yourself in an evening of enchanting melodies and dynamic rhythms with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's presentation of "Clyne & Rachmaninov: Dance." This captivating concert series, taking place from Thursday, March 20th to Saturday, March 22nd, 2025, promises to be a celebration of dance-inspired compositions that span the emotional spectrum.

The repertoire for these performances includes Maurice Ravel's "Valses nobles et sentimentales," a piece that reminisces about a bygone era of elegance and grace. The concert will also feature the Scottish Premiere of Anna Clyne's "DANCE for cello and orchestra," a lyrical concerto that has garnered acclaim for its gorgeous melodies, performed by the rising star cellist Senja Rummukainen. The evening culminates with Sergei Rachmaninov's "Symphonic Dances," his final masterpiece that combines the allure of big band glamour with the heartfelt melodies of his Russian homeland.

Under the baton of the award-winning conductor Emilia Hoving, recognized for her sensational debut and international acclaim, the RSNO is set to deliver a performance that will leave audiences moved and inspired. Emilia's dynamic leadership and innovative approach promise to bring fresh energy to these timeless pieces.

The concerts will be held at three prestigious venues across Scotland, starting with the Perth Concert Hall on Thursday, March 20th, 2025, at 7:30 pm, followed by performances at the Usher Hall in Edinburgh and the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Each venue offers a unique atmosphere that will enhance the experience of these stirring works.

Tickets are available for purchase, with a range of pricing options to ensure accessibility for all. Special discounts are offered for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups, making this a perfect opportunity for music lovers of all ages to enjoy a night of exceptional classical music.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's "Clyne & Rachmaninov: Dance," a concert that promises to be a highlight of the musical season. Book your tickets now and prepare to be swept away by the power of dance-inspired music performed by some of the most talented artists in the classical world.

Clyne & Rachmaninov: Dance!

Perth Concert Hall

Join us for an extraordinary evening of musical talent as the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) presents the St Mary's Music School Showcase. This special event is set to take place at the prestigious Usher Hall in Edinburgh on Friday, 21st March 2025, starting at 6:00 pm. 

This showcase offers a unique opportunity for the senior pupils of St Mary's Music School to demonstrate their exceptional skills and passion for music. Attendees will be treated to a captivating performance by some of Scotland's finest young musicians, providing a glimpse into the future stars of the classical music world. 

The evening promises to be a memorable one, with the showcase occurring right before the RSNO's own concert featuring the enchanting Symphonic Dances by Rachmaninov. It's a rare chance to enjoy back-to-back performances by the stars of today and tomorrow in one of Edinburgh's most iconic venues.

Tickets for the St Mary's Music School Showcase are complimentary, although a booking fee may apply. Don't miss this opportunity to support and celebrate the incredible talent of these young musicians. Book your tickets now and experience the future of classical music.

Rsno Presents: St Mary’s Music School Showcase

**Uprising: A Royal Scottish National Orchestra Presentation**

Join the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) for a compelling and timely performance of Jonathan Dove's "Uprising," making its Scottish premiere. This brand-new staged opera, under the baton of conductor Ellie Slorach, promises to be a drama filled with protest, youth activism, and the human cost of climate change. 

**Event Details:**

- **Dates and Venues:**
  - **Edinburgh:** Usher Hall, Friday, 28 March 2025, 7:30 pm
  - **Glasgow:** Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Saturday, 29 March 2025, 7:30 pm

- **Repertoire:** Jonathan Dove - Uprising (Scottish Premiere)

- **Conductor:** Ellie Slorach

- **Soloists:**
  - Ffion Edwards as Lola
  - Julieth Lozano Rolong as Zoe
  - Madeleine Shaw as Angela
  - Dingle Yandell as Mayor/Quercus
  - Nkululeko Innocent Masuku as Doctor

- **Featuring:**
  - RSNO Youth Chorus
  - RSNO Chorus
  - RSNO Chorus Academy

**About the Opera:**
"Uprising" explores the resilience of the human spirit amidst the backdrop of a changing climate. Through the lens of a mother, a daughter, and a time of turmoil, the opera questions the survival of family bonds when the planet itself is under threat. Jonathan Dove, renowned for bringing stories vividly to life through music, presents a narrative filled with emotion, activism, and the stark realities of our time.

**Ticket Information:**
Tickets are available for purchase with various pricing options to accommodate all attendees. Discounts are available for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups. Booking fees may apply.

**Don't miss this groundbreaking performance that not only showcases the talents of the RSNO and its community of singers but also sparks important conversations about our world and its future.** 

Book your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and reflection.

Uprising

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Here is your opportunity to experience Elgar’s epic choral masterpiece in the magnificent setting of the Usher Hall. Gerontius is a very ordinary sort of human being – and as he lies dying, he’s anguished and afraid. But his cry of longing opens a portal to wonders beyond the imagination. “This is the best of me” wrote Elgar on the score of The Dream of Gerontius, and this epic drama of a lonely soul’s voyage towards eternity can move listeners to tears. Ryan Wigglesworth has form with Elgar: in a previous performance, The Observer noted that he “plumbed the work’s rich meanings, sacred and secular” – and that Brenden Gunnell sang the title role “with feeling but never excess”. Beth Taylor, Neal Davies and the Huddersfield Choral Society complete an all-star line-up for this landmark of British music.

Elgar's Dream of Gerontius in Edinburgh

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto is a musical love letter, one of the tenderest, most lyrical creations for the instrument ever conceived, with heartbreaking melodies and a furiously fiery finale. Kuusisto contrasts Tchaikovsky’s poignant creation with young British composer Freya Waley-Cohen’s contemplation of nothing less than the workings of the universe, and Beethoven’s most compact and cheerful Symphony.

Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto

There’s entrancing melody courtesy of Schubert’s elegant early Sonatina and Fauré’s exquisite Cello Sonata, plus passion from Clara Schumann’s adventurous Romances, and bustling Parisian energy in Martinů’s rarely-heard sonata. Kuusisto brings the concert to an exuberant conclusion with music from Stravinsky’s Faustian parable of a soldier’s struggles with the Devil for his very soul – and his beloved violin.

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The young Britten blended chamber and orchestral music in a portrait of his first love in Young Apollo, while Thomas Adès draws on English folk music in the fairytale dances he composed for Kuusisto. New York composer Timo Andres looks to outdo Beethoven in his flamboyant piano concerto The Blind Banister, and Sally Beamish salutes Frankenstein creator Mary Shelley in her dream-inspired Whitescape. To close, Kuusisto travels back to the 18th century, to the charm and elegance of one of Haydn’s wittiest symphonies.

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Under the baton of the acclaimed conductor Ben Palmer, immerse yourself in the Academy Award-winning blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick" like never before. The film, showcasing the return of Pete "Maverick" Mitchell as he confronts his past and leads a daring mission, will be brought to life on the big screen. Accompanying the visual spectacle, the RSNO will perform the epic score live-to-picture, featuring compositions by Scottish composer Lorne Balfe, Harold Faltermeyer, Lady Gaga, and Hans Zimmer.

Ticket prices range from £19 to £65, with booking fees applicable. Discounts are available for under 18s, under 26s, mature students, unemployed patrons, patrons with disabilities, and groups, ensuring an inclusive experience for all attendees.

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