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RSNO 2026/27: Sibelius One

RSNO 2026/27: Sibelius One

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RSNO 2026/27: On May 8, 2027, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall will host a captivating performance titled 'Sibelius One'. Under the baton of renowned conductor Edward Gardner, this concert promises to deliver an engaging and emotionally rich experience. The programme includes Berlioz's dramatic "La mort de Cléopâtre", which evokes the grandeur and tragedy of Cleopatra’s final moments. Also featured is Sibelius's iconic Symphony No. 1, known for its profound emotional depth and powerful musical narrative. Mezzo-soprano Beth Taylor will collaborate with Big Noise Govanhill, adding another layer of complexity and artistry to the performance. This event is set to transport audiences through a journey of drama, allure, and deep-seated emotion, making it an unmissable cultural highlight in Glasgow's calendar for 2027.

Early booking is now open for RSNO subscribers! Tickets on general sale: 10am, Wednesday 6th May 2026 Bonis Trois Femmes de légende (19’) Berlioz La mort de Cléopâtre (21’) Sibelius Symphony No1 (38’) Edward Gardner Conductor Beth Taylor Mezzo-soprano Paul Whittaker BSL Performer Big Noise Govanhill Cleopatra, the fabled queen. Salomé, the ultimate temptress. Ophelia, Shakespeare’s gentle, lovelorn heroine. For the French composers Mel Bonis and Hector Berlioz, the great women of legend and literature were an endless source of inspiration, and tonight we’ll hear them come alive. Glasgow’s international award-winning mezzo-soprano Beth Taylor stars as the fearless queen of Egypt, before guest conductor Edward Gardner sweeps us off to Finland for the elemental power and glowing colours of Sibelius’ tempestuous First Symphony. Stirring stuff, performed with passion and style. Plus don’t miss our special side-by-side performance with the young musicians of Sistema Scotland. Beth Taylor’s residency is supported by George Ritchie 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: Sibelius One takes place on Saturday, 8 May 2027 at 01:00.

RSNO 2026/27: Sibelius One is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY).

Tickets for RSNO 2026/27: Sibelius One 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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