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St Giles' Cathedral
High Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1RE
Scotland
Programme
Giuseppe Verdi – La Traviata: 'Libiamo ne'lieti calici'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Le Nozze di Figaro: 'Voi che sapete'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Le Nozze di Figaro: 'Non piu andrai'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Cosi fan Tutte: 'Un Aura amorosa'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Don Giovanni: duet 'La ci darem la mano'
Gaetano Donizetti – L'Elisir d'Amore: 'Una furtiva lagrima'
Georges Bizet – Carmen: Habanera
Georges Bizet – Les Pêcheurs de perles : duet 'Au fond du temple saint'
Giacomo Puccini – Madama Butterfly: 'Un bel di vedremo'
Giacomo Puccini – Turandot: 'Nessun dorma'
Georges Bizet – Carmen: March of the Toreadors
Performers
Susan Parkes – soprano
Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Programme Note
Experience an unforgettable evening of passion, drama and timeless music as the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with some of the UK’s finest operatic voices present a glittering selection of the greatest opera arias ever composed. Set in the beautiful candlelit atmosphere of St Giles Cathedral in the heart of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, this concert promises a feast for the senses.
From the playful elegance of Mozart to the soaring drama of Puccini and Verdi, this carefully curated programme celebrates the genius of opera’s greatest composers—their melodies, characters, and emotional depths brought to life by world-class performers in an intimate and inspiring setting. The venue is surrounded by excellent restaurants and bars, and is perfectly located to complete your evening in style.
Since its founding in 2017, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta has captivated audiences across the UK, performing over 200 concerts annually in many of the country’s most prestigious venues. Featuring virtuosic soloists and extraordinary musicianship, the ensemble is renowned for its dynamic performances and ability to bring classical music to life with flair and finesse.
