Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral

Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm UTC+00:00

St Giles' Cathedral | Edinburgh

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Mozart & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral
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⭐ Step into the timeless grandeur of St Giles’ Cathedral, a breathtaking space in the heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, and enjoy a candlelit evening of classical brilliance and lyrical beauty Highlights 🎻 Witness the dazzling virtuosity of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor ✨ Experience the elegance and charm of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major 🎶 Enjoy the "magical" Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream by candlelight 🏛️ Immerse yourself in the magnificent Gothic architecture of the historic St Giles’ Cathedral 🎼 A world-class performance by the Piccadilly Sinfonietta, one of the UK’s most celebrated ensembles General Info 📅 Date: August 21, 2026 🕒 Time: 8:00 p.m. – 9:20 p.m. 📍 Location: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE 👤 Musicians: Victoria Lyon (Violin) and The Piccadilly Sinfonietta ♿ Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible Description Bathed in the soft glow of candlelight, the majestic surroundings of St Giles’ Cathedral provide the perfect acoustic and visual setting for an evening of Romantic passion and Classical elegance. Leading violinist Victoria Lyon joins the Piccadilly Sinfonietta to present a program that spans the youthful radiance of Mozart to the light-footed fantasy of Mendelssohn. From the iconic melodies of the Violin Concerto in E minor to the whirlwind energy of the Midsummer Night's Dream Scherzo, every note is designed to transport the listener. Get your tickets now!
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St Giles' Cathedral, St Giles' Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 20 to GBP 45

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