2 - 11 December 2025
Aberdeen - Inverness - Dunblane - Dundee - Dumfries - Edinburgh - Glasgow - Perth
Concerts by CandlelightMusic that creates a warm glow during the winter chill
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Scottish Ensemble is a pioneering group of outstanding musicians. We explore how music can be performed, shared and enjoyed by performers and audiences alike - with thought-provoking collaborations and exceptional performances.
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What's On
16 - 17 January 2026
Glasgow - Edinburgh
Musical Encounters
A celebration of music for strings and the joy of making music together.
12 March 2026
Edinburgh
Ocean in Concert
Sir David Attenborough's stunning documentary, accompanied by live score.
8 - 14 March 2026
St Andrew's - Perth - Glasgow - Aberdeen - Dumfries
Between Light and Shadow
Emotional contrasts, bold imaginations, and luminous soundscapes.
26 April 2026
Oxford
Impulse: Music in Motion
When music and movement collide, the impact is exhilarating.
25 - 26 April 2026
Oxford
Rising Sound
Strings and voice combine in music that moves, connects and inspires.
16 - 20 June 2026
Strathpeffer - Aberdeen - Dundee - Edinburgh - Glasgow
Concerts for a Summer’s Night 2026
Vibrant strings, dancing rhythms, radiant summer nights
Until 16 November 2026
Online
Anna Meredith: Tull
Scottish Ensemble / Forest of Black / Delphian
Scottish Ensemble presents the first of two specially-commissioned performance films with Glasgow production company Forest of Black: Anna Meredith’s ‘Tull’.
Until 27 January 2027
Online
Philip Glass: Symphony No. 3
A magical train ride fuelled by musical steam
Featuring Scottish Ensemble and senior members of the National Youth Orchestras of Scotland
Until 8 February 2028
Online
Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony
Scottish Ensemble / Forest of Black
Scottish Ensemble and Forest of Black present a distinct and fresh perspective of Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony
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