BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus
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On 26 November 2026, Glasgow's City Halls will host a musical celebration of nature in BBC SSO’s performance of Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus. This unique concert, part of the celebrations marking Sir David Attenborough’s centenary year, brings together evocative melodies with natural sounds performed by violinist Freya Goldmark and the Scottish National Orchestra. The event promises a captivating auditory experience that vividly captures the essence of dawn in a musical setting. Tickets are priced at £17.50 each and can be purchased in advance.
Erland Cooper is a Scottish composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Cited as "one of the most unique, consistently engaging composers of his generation", he was born and raised in Stromness, Orkney. As a solo artist, he has released five acclaimed studio albums, with multiple companion LPs & EPs, achieving a number 1 album in the UK classical charts and number 4 in the US Billboard classical crossover chart. This includes a trilogy of work inspired by his childhood home, as well as themes of nature, people, place and time. His work combines field recordings with classical orchestration and contemporary electronic elements. Cooper also works across mixed media projects including installation art, theatre and film. He is a recipient of a Royal Television Society award and his music is played frequently on BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 6 Music as well as featured on multiple television and film productions.
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BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus takes place on Thursday, 26 November 2026 at 20:00.
BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus is held at City Halls in Glasgow (Candleriggs, Glasgow, G1 1NQ).
The forecast for BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus is Mainly clear · 7°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of City Halls can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Erland Cooper is performing at BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus.
Tickets for BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus can be booked via tickets.glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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On 26 November 2026, Glasgow's City Halls will host a musical celebration of nature in BBC SSO’s performance of Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus. This unique concert, part of the celebrations marking Sir David Attenborough’s centenary year, brings together evocative melodies with natural sounds performed by violinist Freya Goldmark and the Scottish National Orchestra. The event promises a captivating auditory experience that vividly captures the essence of dawn in a musical setting. Tickets are priced at £17.50 each and can be purchased in advance.
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Erland Cooper is a Scottish composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Cited as "one of the most unique, consistently engaging composers of his generation", he was born and raised in Stromness, Orkney. As a solo artist, he has released five acclaimed studio albums, with multiple companion LPs & EPs, achieving a number 1 album in the UK classical charts and number 4 in the US Billboard classical crossover chart. This includes a trilogy of work inspired by his childhood home, as well as themes of nature, people, place and time. His work combines field recordings with classical orchestration and contemporary electronic elements. Cooper also works across mixed media projects including installation art, theatre and film. He is a recipient of a Royal Television Society award and his music is played frequently on BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 6 Music as well as featured on multiple television and film productions.
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When is BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus?
BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus takes place on Thursday, 26 November 2026 at 20:00.
Where is BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus taking place?
BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus is held at City Halls in Glasgow (Candleriggs, Glasgow, G1 1NQ).
What will the weather be like at BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus?
The forecast for BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus is Mainly clear · 7°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of City Halls can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Who is performing at BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus?
Erland Cooper is performing at BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus.
How do I get tickets for BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus?
Tickets for BBC SSO 2026/27: Erland Cooper’s Dawn Chorus can be booked via tickets.glasgowlife.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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