Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man
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On 20 September 2026, Sir Karl Jenkins will conduct a memorable performance at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, marking the centrepiece of which is his celebrated composition "The Armed Man." This powerful work, alongside selections from other notable pieces such as Palladio and Adiemus, will be brought to life by the Scottish Concert Orchestra and a choir. The evening will also feature the haunting vocals of mezzo-soprano Kathryn Rudge and the evocative sounds of muezzin Osama Kiwan. Directed with his characteristic skill, this concert promises to deliver an emotionally resonant and musically diverse experience.
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Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man takes place on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY).
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Sir Karl William Pamp Jenkins,, HonFLSW is a Welsh multi-instrumentalist and composer. His best known works include the song "Adiemus", Palladio (1995), The Armed Man (2000), his Requiem (2005) and his Stabat Mater (2008).
About this event
On 20 September 2026, Sir Karl Jenkins will conduct a memorable performance at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, marking the centrepiece of which is his celebrated composition "The Armed Man." This powerful work, alongside selections from other notable pieces such as Palladio and Adiemus, will be brought to life by the Scottish Concert Orchestra and a choir. The evening will also feature the haunting vocals of mezzo-soprano Kathryn Rudge and the evocative sounds of muezzin Osama Kiwan. Directed with his characteristic skill, this concert promises to deliver an emotionally resonant and musically diverse experience.
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When is Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man?
Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man takes place on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Where is Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man taking place?
Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man is held at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow (2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY).
Who is performing at Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man?
Sir Karl Jenkins is performing at Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man.
How do I get tickets for Sir Karl Jenkins conducts The Armed Man?
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