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Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral

Come along to a festive celebration in the candlelit atmosphere of St Giles' Cathedral on 31st December!

Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral

About Candlelit Concert at St. Giles’ Cathedral

A festive celebration seeing in the New Year in the candlelit atmosphere of St Giles’ Cathedral as it celebrates its 900th anniversary in 2024.

This year’s concert marks the festive season with the first three cantatas from J.S.Bach’s Christmas Oratorio: Bach at his most exuberant.

St Giles’ Cathedral Choir, directed by Michael Harris, with the St Giles’ Camerata, leader Angus Ramsay, are joined by a stunning array of talented young soloists.

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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral

10th December 2023 - 1st December 2024

Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!

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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

Selected dates between 24th August 2024 - 25th July 2025

Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!

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900 Voices

Selected dates between 26th August 2024 - 30th November 2024

The voices of Edinburgh’s communities shape an ever-evolving sound installation inside St Giles’ Cathedral's magnificent interior.

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The Four Seasons & Lark Ascending by Candlelight

Selected dates between 14th September 2024 - 5th October 2024

London Concertante brings Vivaldi's masterpiece, Four Seasons, to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music at St Giles' Cathedral!

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Makers Market at St Giles Cathedral

19th September 2024 - 20th September 2024

The Makers Market returns to the iconic St Giles' Cathedral in the heart of Edinburgh on 19th & 20th September!

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Chopin by Candlelight

Selected dates between 28th September 2024 - 25th July 2025

Brought to you by City Music Promotions, treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional evening piano recital at the beautiful venue of St Giles' Cathedral.

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Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight

Selected dates between 28th September 2024 - 15th February 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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A Saying Goodbye Service is being held at St Giles' Cathedral Edinburgh on Monday 30th September for anyone who has lost a baby in pregnancy, at birth or in early years.

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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 (Concert 11)

30th September 2024

Enjoy an outstanding evening of classical piano in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral on Monday 30th September!

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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 (Concert 12)

14th October 2024

St Giles' Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series and Concert 12 is on Monday 14th October featuring Pianist Yuki Negishi!

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Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight

Selected dates between 25th October 2024 - 28th February 2025

City Music Promotions presents the stunning programme of music for solo piano including Gerswhin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue in St Giles' Cathedral!

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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Selected dates between 26th October 2024 - 27th June 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.

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Beethoven Piano Concertos by Candlelight

Selected dates between 26th October 2024 - 28th February 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 (Concert 15)

4th November 2024

Join award-winning concert pianist and critically acclaimed recording artist Olga Stezhko for an outstanding evening of classical piano at St Giles' Cathedral on 4th November!

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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 (Concert 16)

11th November 2024

Enjoy an outstanding evening of classical piano in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral with pianist Rose Mclachlan on 11th November!

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A Night at the Opera by Candlelight (Feat. Nessun Dorma)

Selected dates between 16th November 2024 - 26th July 2025

Set in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral, enjoy a night with the exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading opera singers!

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Christmas Baroque

13th December 2024

Celebrate Christmas with London Concertante as we play a selection of stunning Christmas-themed Baroque works at St Giles Cathedral on 13th December!

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Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

13th December 2024

Brought to you by Candlelight Concerts, experience an enchanting evening by candlelight with music performed by virtuoso pianist, Daniel Grimwood at St Giles' Cathedral.

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Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight

14th December 2024

Brought to you by Candlelight Concerts, this special evening celebrates the magic of Christmas with a selection of beloved pieces!

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Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight

14th December 2024

Join London Concertante as they celebrate the festive season through the magical world of Christmas movies at St Giles' Cathedral!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party

31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

The world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party returns to the historic city centre, to once again light-up the Edinburgh skies!

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Concert in the Gardens

31st December 2024

Concert in the Gardens presents the very best in live music, fireworks and illumination for a world-class event experience to say farewell to 2024 and help us jump into 2025.

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First Footin’

1st January 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

First Footin’ returns on New Year’s Day with a packed programme of FREE live music and performance taking place in city centre attractions, pubs and venues across both the Old & New Town areas.

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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 3rd March 2025

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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Mozart Concertos by Candlelight

1st February 2025

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and special guests will perform a selection of Mozart's finest concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral.

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Valentines Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

14th February 2025

Treat your loved one to the ultimate romantic experience on Valentine's Day and listen to Beethoven's iconic Moonlight Sonata in the atmospheric setting of St Giles' Cathedral by candlelight!

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Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

14th February 2025

Treat your loved one to the ultimate Valentine's romantic experience and enjoy a stunning selection of classical pieces featuring Vivaldi's epic Four Seasons in St Giles' Cathedral!

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Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series

Selected dates between 3rd March 2025 - 31st March 2025

St Giles' Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile Chamber Music Series, featuring an exceptional selection of chamber music.

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Bach and Vivaldi Violin Concertos by Candlelight

26th April 2025

The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform a selection of Vivaldi and Bach's magnificent concertos in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles' Cathedral!

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Goldberg Variations by Candlelight

26th April 2025

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!

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