BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
  • Edinburgh International Festival

Sir James MacMillanA Scotch Bestiary

Woman of the Apocalypse

Not only one of the worlds most revered and exceptional composers, Sir James MacMillan is also an immensely popular global figure, creator of music that brings together a thrilling visceral impact, spiritual contemplation and a startling immediacy.

The International Festival celebrates his rich, vibrant music in a major five-concert retrospective for his 60th birthday, bringing together a wealth of first performances " a major world premiere, Symphony No 5 Le grand inconnu, as well as UK and Scottish premieres " and performers who have long collaborated with MacMillan.

In this opening concert, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and brilliant Portuguese conductor Joana Carneiro, are joined by eminent organist Stephen Farr for the sonic spectacle and riotous fun of A Scotch Bestiary, before exploring the intense drama of MacMillans virtuosic, kaleidoscopic concerto for orchestra Woman of the Apocalypse.

BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

Joana Carneiro Conductor

Stephen Farr Organ

Sir James MacMillan A Scotch Bestiary

Woman of the Apocalypse

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