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Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
Step into the warm glow of candlelight this festive season and experience the magic of Christmas through the timeless beauty of classical music, set within the enchanting surroundings of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh an architectural jewel in the heart of the city.
Celebrate the season with Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you’ve never heard it before. This vivid and revolutionary work captures the natural rhythms of the year, making it the perfect soundtrack for a winter’s evening filled with wonder and reflection.
Performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and leading violinist Ben Norris, this special Christmas concert promises an evening of elegance, inspiration, and festive charm. The programme will also include Corelli's exquisite Christmas Concerto along with other much-loved works. With over 200 performances each year, the ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s finest classical talent—has become a beloved presence on the British music scene. The group is celebrated for its sparkling interpretations of the baroque, classical, and early romantic repertoire.
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ben Norris (Violin)
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Programme
Pachelbel - Canon in D
Bach - Piano Concerto no. 7 in G minor
Corelli - Christmas Concerto
Interval
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
Join us for a heartwarming musical celebration that captures the spirit of the season!
Celebrate the season with Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you’ve never heard it before. This vivid and revolutionary work captures the natural rhythms of the year, making it the perfect soundtrack for a winter’s evening filled with wonder and reflection.
Performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and leading violinist Ben Norris, this special Christmas concert promises an evening of elegance, inspiration, and festive charm. The programme will also include Corelli's exquisite Christmas Concerto along with other much-loved works. With over 200 performances each year, the ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s finest classical talent—has become a beloved presence on the British music scene. The group is celebrated for its sparkling interpretations of the baroque, classical, and early romantic repertoire.
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Ben Norris (Violin)
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Programme
Pachelbel - Canon in D
Bach - Piano Concerto no. 7 in G minor
Corelli - Christmas Concerto
Interval
Vivaldi - Four Seasons
Join us for a heartwarming musical celebration that captures the spirit of the season!
Saturday 6 December
St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh EH1 1RE
£15, £20, £30, £40, £45 Saturday 6th December 2025, 8:00PM - 9:40PM
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