An Enchanting Night at the Opera by Candlelight feat Didos Lament

After a series of fully booked performances and glowing five-star critiques:
“a truly magical performance” (????? Edinburgh Guide)
“virtuosos of their art” (????? Binge Fringe)
“a rare ambiance absent in today’s digital age” (????? Corr Blimey)
Moonlight Concerts warmly welcomes you to experience the mesmerizing talents of Scottish Opera’s celebrated mezzo-soprano Catherine Backhouse, recipient of the Sunday Herald Best Musical Artist Award. She will enchant you with operatic masterpieces that transport you to the grandeur of the theatrical world!

Catherine is accompanied by Usher Hall’s rising star and award-winning harpsichordist Matthew Shiel for a memorable night of exquisite vocal artistry and heartfelt narratives at St Cecelia’s Hall. Built in 1763, during the golden age of opera, this venue is Scotland’s oldest concert hall and a stunning architectural gem.

St Cecelia’s Hall will showcase its remarkable historic musical instruments, including its concert hall organ and harpsichord, to immerse you in an authentic operatic journey back to an era three centuries past, creating a truly unforgettable experience!

Prepare to be deeply touched by the haunting beauty of Purcell’s “Dido’s Lament” from Dido and Aeneas, as its evocative melodies tug at your emotions; feel the captivating charm of Gluck’s “Che faro senza Euridice” from Orfeo ed Euridice; and be swept away by the profound intensity of Handel’s moving arias, “Awake Saturnia” and “Iris hence away” from Semele.

Come and be part of “A Magical Evening of Opera by Candlelight,” where every piece resonates as an enduring gem, carefully chosen to unveil the depth and diversity of the captivating realm of opera in its full splendor!

Please note, this is a ticketed event.