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SUMMARY:Notes of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:In the incredible 18th century setting of St Cecilia’s Hall\, come and hear about Edinburgh’s long historical links with Africa and the Caribbean through music. \nJoin Lisa Williams\, historian and founder of the Edinburgh Caribbean Association\, to hear stories of the African drummer at the Royal Court of King James and Black classical composer and abolitionist Ignatius Sancho who visited Edinburgh in the 1770s. The lament sung by enslaved workers in Barbados brought home by a young Scot and the local tune written to support American orator Frederick Douglass will remind us all of the power of music! \nLisa Williams is an author\, poet and founder of the Edinburgh Caribbean Association and Black History Walking Tours Edinburgh. She curates a range of arts events across Scotland to promote Caribbean culture. \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/notes-of-freedom/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="St Cecilia's Hall%3A Concert Room & Music Museum":MAILTO:schevents@ed.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260814T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
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SUMMARY:Attila the Stockbroker's Early Music Show
DESCRIPTION:As a self-taught early music punk\, Attila is honoured to have been invited back to the beautiful surroundings of St Cecilia’s Hall for the fifth consecutive year to perform his Early Music Show with accompanist\, brilliant Scottish singer/songwriter Calum Baird\, on guitar. Attila plays crumhorn\, rauschpfeife\, cornamuse\, five different recorders\, violin and mandola. They’ll be performing Attila’s songs from his 2018 album Restoration Tragedy about the tumultuous events in England after the execution of Charles I in 1649. Tales of Levellers\, Diggers and Ranters and Cromwell’s destruction of their dreams for a better world. \nNo tickets necessary. This show is free and is operated on a first come first served basis. \nPlease note that this event is hosted by an external organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below.
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/attila-the-stockbrokers-early-music-show-2/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Attila the Stockbroker":MAILTO:attila@attilathestockbroker.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260512T135604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T135856Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds of St Cecilia's II: Conversations\, Baroque\, Blue and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Hilary Michael and Richard Michael\n\nIn Conversations: Baroque\, Blue and Beyond\, duo Hilary Michael (violin/sax) and Richard Michael (piano) present a unique\, thoughtful and inspirational dialogue between musical eras. Whilst remaining faithful to the authentic styles of different genres they shine a light on what unities\, rather than separates\, the geniuses of the likes of JS Bach and Duke Ellington. At the heart of the show lies the art of improvisation\, where the duo engages in real-time musical conversations inviting the audience to be part of the creative process.\n \nPlease note that this event is hosted by a partner organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below.\n \n \n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/sounds-of-st-cecilias-ii-conversations-baroque-blue-and-beyond/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of St Cecilia's Hall":MAILTO:FriendsOfStCeciliasHall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260512T140201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T140342Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds of St Cecilia's III: Spanish Flavours: Dance\, Fire and Elegance
DESCRIPTION:Cokus Duo\n\nA vibrant exploration of Spanish-inspired sound worlds\, this programme brings together the rhythmic brilliance of Antonio Soler\, the fiery charm of Luigi Boccherini’s celebrated Fandango and the refined elegance of Francois Couperin. Performed on two harpsichords\, the concert reveals a vivid dialogue between contrasting styles\, where dance rhythms\, expressive ornamentation and bold character unfold with striking immediacy. From the courtly sophistication of the French Baroque to the spirited vitality of Iberian dance\, this programme offers a colourful journey through 18th century Europe\, celebrating identity and musical language.\n \nPlease note that this event is hosted by a partner organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below.\n \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/sounds-of-st-cecilias-iii-spanish-flavours-dance-fire-and-elegance/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of St Cecilia's Hall":MAILTO:FriendsOfStCeciliasHall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260508T145853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141827Z
UID:6326-1787248800-1787252400@www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Creating a Sonic Haven: Music\, Connection and Equality
DESCRIPTION:Dr Claire Garabedian brings decades of experience as a modern and baroque cellist\, Certified Music Practitioner\, educator\, and postdoctoral researcher specialising in the arts and dementia. Her work bridges performance\, research\, and therapeutic practice\, exploring music as a powerful vehicle for connection—particularly within marginalised and difficult-to-reach populations. \nUsing research examples\, anecdotes\, live cello music\, multimedia\, and audience engagement\, Claire delivers a dynamic session offering fresh perspectives and practical\, accessible ways to use music creatively in care and community settings. She has trained healthcare staff and families\, presented on BBC Radio 4 and at the Hay Festival \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/creating-a-sonic-haven-music-connection-and-equality/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="St Cecilia's Hall%3A Concert Room & Music Museum":MAILTO:schevents@ed.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260821T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260821T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260417T100333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141702Z
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SUMMARY:Attila the Stockbroker's Early Music Show
DESCRIPTION:As a self-taught early music punk\, Attila is honoured to have been invited back to the beautiful surroundings of St Cecilia’s Hall for the fifth consecutive year to perform his Early Music Show with accompanist\, brilliant Scottish singer/songwriter Calum Baird\, on guitar. Attila plays crumhorn\, rauschpfeife\, cornamuse\, five different recorders\, violin and mandola. They’ll be performing Attila’s songs from his 2018 album Restoration Tragedy about the tumultuous events in England after the execution of Charles I in 1649. Tales of Levellers\, Diggers and Ranters and Cromwell’s destruction of their dreams for a better world. \nNo tickets necessary. This show is free and is operated on a first come first served basis. \nPlease note that this event is hosted by an external organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below.
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/attila-the-stockbrokers-early-music-show-3/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Attila the Stockbroker":MAILTO:attila@attilathestockbroker.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260512T140522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T140532Z
UID:6387-1787410800-1787414400@www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Sounds of St Cecilia's IV: Fit for a Flute
DESCRIPTION:Gerry McDonald and John Kitchen\n\nThe critically acclaimed team of Gerry McDonald and John Kitchen contrast three of Corelli’s violin sonatas in virtuoso early 18th century transcriptions for recorder\, with JS Bach’s arrangements of two of Vivaldi’s violin concertos for solo keyboard\, played on the 1764 Hass harpsichord. ‘Respected performer’ (Recorder Magazine); ‘Kitchen’s playing is exemplary’ (EarlyMusicReview.com). Proceeds from this concert will be donated to the Friends of St Cecilia’s Hall and Museum Bursary Fund.\n \nPlease note that this event is hosted by a partner organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below.\n \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/sounds-of-st-cecilias-iv-fit-for-a-flute/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of St Cecilia's Hall":MAILTO:FriendsOfStCeciliasHall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260417T102311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141927Z
UID:6309-1787493600-1787497200@www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Edinburgh Renaissance Band’s Viol Rackett Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:Edinburgh Renaissance Band’s ever-popular Viol Rackett Show presents a varied selection of instrumental and vocal music from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. The award-winning troupe of eleven musicians show off a large range of period instruments\, including shawms\, cornetti\, sackbuts\, nakers\, viols\, fiddles\, crumhorns\, gemshorns\, bells\, bagpipes\, racketts and a serpent. This delightful show\, fronted by musical director Murray Campbell\, is suitable for all ages\, and members of the audience are invited to take a closer look at the instruments at the end of the concert. Children free\, but ticketed. \nPlease note that this event is hosted by a partner organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below. \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/edinburgh-renaissance-bands-viol-rackett-show-2026/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Edinburgh Renaissance Band":MAILTO:pjones@blueyonder.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260512T140730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T140738Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds of St Cecilia's V: Shakuhachi: The Sound of Silence
DESCRIPTION:Markus Guhe\n\nRooted in Zen meditation\, the shakuhachi – a Japanese bamboo flute – explorers the boundary between sound and silence. Today\, its evocative voice resonates beyond temples\, bringing a centuries-old tradition into modern concert halls for a wider audience. This concert focuses on Sir Nicholas Shackleton’s remarkable instrument collection which includes over 800 clarinets featuring on this occasion the shakuhachi. This memorial concert provides a unique opportunity to explore a different instrument and sound world.\n \nPlease note that this event is hosted by a partner organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below.\n \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/sounds-of-st-cecilias-v-shakuhachi-the-sound-of-silence/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of St Cecilia's Hall":MAILTO:FriendsOfStCeciliasHall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260829T145000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260512T130440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T130508Z
UID:6346-1788012000-1788015000@www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Kate Witney and Jonty Nowell
DESCRIPTION:Following their highly enjoyable performances of the songs of Carolina Oliphant\, Lady Nairne in 2024\, Kate Witney and Jonty Nowell return with a concert devoted to two more influential women. Marjory Kennedy-Fraser and Lucy Broadwood were born just 80 miles and less than a year apart and their lives followed similar trajectories in many ways\, as they championed the folk songs of Scotland and England. Kate and Jonty will explore their differing approaches to folk songs as they sought to bring the songs they loved to a wider public. \nPlease note that this event is hosted by an external organisation and not St Cecilia’s Hall. For any enquiries about this specific event please see the organiser contact information below. \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/kate-witney-and-jonty-nowell/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Witney":MAILTO:kiwitney@yahoo.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260831T165000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260512T134135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T134256Z
UID:6361-1788192000-1788195000@www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk
SUMMARY:La Decima Musa or The Tenth Muse
DESCRIPTION:Musica Antica Rotherhithe\n\nMusic from the Golden Age of Venetian Opera\, 1650-1660. Musica Antica Rotherhithe present cantatas and extracts from operas written for Venice’s public theatres in the mid-seventeenth century\, many of which have lain unperformed for over 350 years. Using surviving payment records from Venetian theatres as inspiration\, Mezzo Camilla Seale and countertenor Tristram Cooke will be accompanied by an ensemble which matches a Venetian theatre band: comprising two violins\, bass viol\, two theorbos\, harpsichord and a pentagonal virginal.\n \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/la-decima-musa-or-the-tenth-muse/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/15.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="St Cecilia's Hall%3A Concert Room & Music Museum":MAILTO:schevents@ed.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T163000
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260415T151211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T150746Z
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SUMMARY:Epitaph For a Green Lover: The Linarol Consort with Héloïse Bernard
DESCRIPTION:The Linarol Consort with soprano Héloïse Bernard tell the remarkable story of Margaret of Austria\, one of the greatest patrons of the arts\, though music from her own manuscripts. Margaret not only loved to dance and sing: above all she loved her green parrot. \nThe programme’s title comes from the remarkable chanson Soubz ce tumbel\, with its tragic text by Margaret’s court poet\, Jean Lemaire\, taken from his Epitaphe de l’Amant Vert\, in which the Green Lover refers to the beloved green parrot. \nThe programme comprises songs and instrumental music\, played on renaissance viols\, with rebec\, pipes and drums. \nAudience quotes: \n“A really enchanting and uplifting evening a joyous feast of melancholy!” “Somewhere between perfect and sublime” \n18s and under can book free tickets. \nSupported by the Continuo Foundation. \n\n\nBook Your Tickets Here
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/epitaph-for-a-green-lover-the-linarol-consort-with-heloise-bernard/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Linarol Consort":MAILTO:linarolconsort@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T201500
DTSTAMP:20260522T234200
CREATED:20260325T131047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T083546Z
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SUMMARY:Recital Conference “The Great Italian Music and the Tuba virtuoso style” with Gianmario Strappati
DESCRIPTION:Organised in collaboration with the Italian institute of culture and General Italian Consulate in Edinburgh \nSoloist: Gianmario Strappati – Ambassador of Don Bosco Missions for music in the world \nMusic by: T. Albinoni\, V. Bellini\, G. Puccini\, N. Paganini\, G. Rossini\, V. Monti etc… \nMore information about booking your place will be released closer to the date of the event.
URL:https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/event/recital-conference-the-great-italian-music-and-the-tuba-virtuoso-style-with-gianmario-strappati/
LOCATION:St Cecilia’s Hall\, 50 Niddry St\, Edinburgh\, Scotland\, EH1 1LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Italian Institute of Culture & General Italian Consulate in Edinburgh":MAILTO:conservatoriuminternationalart@gmail.com
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