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Edinburgh International Festival: Jordi Savall: A Sea of Music

Edinburgh International Festival: Jordi Savall: A Sea of Music

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The Edinburgh International Festival is delighted to announce a captivating evening with the celebrated Catalan viol player and conductor, Jordi Savall, and his esteemed ensemble Hespèrion XXI. They will grace the stage of the Usher Hall on Tuesday 25 August 2026, presenting a programme entitled 'A Sea of Music'. Savall, a globally recognised authority on early music and a recent recipient of the prestigious Ernst von Siemens Music Prize for 2026, promises an immersive journey through a rich tapestry of historical soundscapes. This performance forms a significant highlight within the broader Edinburgh International Festival, an event renowned for its ambitious and diverse offering of world-class arts and culture. Audiences can anticipate an evening of exceptional musicianship and profound historical exploration. Further information regarding ticket prices and booking arrangements can be found on the official Edinburgh International Festival website.

This performance by Jordi Savall and Hespèrion XXI will feature a programme of music from the medieval to the Baroque periods, showcasing the ensemble's pioneering interpretations of repertoire from this time. The programme will include works from Mexico and Spain, as well as music from the 15th to 19th centuries, highlighting the cultural legacy of migration and diaspora.

Jordi Savall's ensemble will be joined by La Capella Reial de Catalunya, a group of Catalan singers, and Tembembe Ensamble Continuo, a Mexican trio. Together, they will explore the connections and influences between musical languages and traditions from across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

The performance is scheduled to take place at the Usher Hall in Edinburgh, and further information regarding ticket prices and booking arrangements can be found on the Edinburgh International Festival website.

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Edinburgh International Festival: Jordi Savall: A Sea of Music takes place on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 01:00.

Edinburgh International Festival: Jordi Savall: A Sea of Music is held at Usher Hall in Edinburgh (Lothian Road, Edinburgh West EH1 2EA).

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