
RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven
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RSNO 2026/27 will present "Shostakovich Seven" at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on October 31, 2026. Philippe Quint will perform Lera Auerbach's Violin Concerto No. 1, followed by Symphony No. 7 "Leningrad," a powerful work that premiered amid the chaos of World War II. This symphony recounts the harrowing experiences of Leningrad under siege, serving as a testament to Shostakovich’s resilience and the enduring power of music. Early booking for subscribers is now open, with general tickets on sale from May 6, 2026.
Early booking is now open for RSNO subscribers! Tickets on general sale: 10am, Wednesday 6th May 2026 Copland Fanfare for the Common Man (3’) Lera Auerbach Violin Concerto No1 (28’) UK Premiere Shostakovich Symphony No7 Leningrad (70’) Bassem Akiki Conductor Philippe Quint Violin As Hitler’s armies surrounded the city of Leningrad, Dmitri Shostakovich composed his Seventh Symphony – a shout of courage, defiance and victory, written for massed battalions of musicians. Brace yourself for wartime drama on a heroic scale as Bassem Akiki conducts the mighty RSNO in this sonic blockbuster: the climax of a concert that begins with Copland’s showstopping fanfare and stars a real RSNO favourite, violinist Philippe Quint, in a violin concerto with a dazzling difference. Welcome to the RSNO’s 2026:27 Concert Season! For full details on all of our concerts, please visit rsno.org.uk Add a minimum of four Classical concerts to your basket and your multibuy discount will be automatically applied. The more concerts you book, the more you will save – up to a massive 35% off if you book all 16 concerts. Support the RSNO Please consider supporting the RSNO by donating to our Every Child, Every Community appeal. Your donation will help us to inspire children across Scotland through the power of music by providing free access to live orchestral concerts, digital resources and experiences directly to their classrooms. Subscriptions - Restoration Fund Information For customers buying a seasonal subscription, classical concerts in the 2026:27 Season will carry a restoration fund of 75 pence per ticket. For any additional concerts during 2026:27, whether bought in a separate transaction or along with a season subscription, the standard £1.50 restoration fund per ticket will apply.
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RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3NY).
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The Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) is one of the UK’s leading symphony orchestras, based in Glasgow. For the 2025/26 season, they perform Elgar’s Cello Concerto, a cornerstone of the Romantic cello repertoire. The orchestra is known for its wide-ranging classical and contemporary programming.
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RSNO 2026/27 will present "Shostakovich Seven" at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on October 31, 2026. Philippe Quint will perform Lera Auerbach's Violin Concerto No. 1, followed by Symphony No. 7 "Leningrad," a powerful work that premiered amid the chaos of World War II. This symphony recounts the harrowing experiences of Leningrad under siege, serving as a testament to Shostakovich’s resilience and the enduring power of music. Early booking for subscribers is now open, with general tickets on sale from May 6, 2026.
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Early booking is now open for RSNO subscribers! Tickets on general sale: 10am, Wednesday 6th May 2026 Copland Fanfare for the Common Man (3’) Lera Auerbach Violin Concerto No1 (28’) UK Premiere Shostakovich Symphony No7 Leningrad (70’) Bassem Akiki Conductor Philippe Quint Violin As Hitler’s armies surrounded the city of Leningrad, Dmitri Shostakovich composed his Seventh Symphony – a shout of courage, defiance and victory, written for massed battalions of musicians. Brace yourself for wartime drama on a heroic scale as Bassem Akiki conducts the mighty RSNO in this sonic blockbuster: the climax of a concert that begins with Copland’s showstopping fanfare and stars a real RSNO favourite, violinist Philippe Quint, in a violin concerto with a dazzling difference. Welcome to the RSNO’s 2026:27 Concert Season! For full details on all of our concerts, please visit rsno.org.uk Add a minimum of four Classical concerts to your basket and your multibuy discount will be automatically applied. The more concerts you book, the more you will save – up to a massive 35% off if you book all 16 concerts. Support the RSNO Please consider supporting the RSNO by donating to our Every Child, Every Community appeal. Your donation will help us to inspire children across Scotland through the power of music by providing free access to live orchestral concerts, digital resources and experiences directly to their classrooms. Subscriptions - Restoration Fund Information For customers buying a seasonal subscription, classical concerts in the 2026:27 Season will carry a restoration fund of 75 pence per ticket. For any additional concerts during 2026:27, whether bought in a separate transaction or along with a season subscription, the standard £1.50 restoration fund per ticket will apply.
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When is RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven?
RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
Where is RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven taking place?
RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3NY).
Who is performing at RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven?
RSNO is performing at RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven.
How do I get tickets for RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven?
Tickets for RSNO 2026/27: Shostakovich Seven 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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