RSNO 2026/27: Mendelssohn's Scottish Symphony

Early booking is now open for RSNO subscribers!

Tickets on general sale: 10am, Wednesday 6th May 2026

Schumann Overture, Scherzo and Finale (17’)

Jörg Widmann Danse macabre (17’)

Mendelssohn arr Jörg Widmann Andante from Clarinet Sonata (7’)

Mendelssohn Symphony No3 Scottish (44’)

Jörg Widmann Conductor/Clarinet

Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony came to him one summer night in the ruins of Holyrood. A stirring musical portrait of Scotland, expect big tunes, rich orchestration and whole worlds of emotion. And who better to paint it today than Jörg Widmann: livewire conductor, dazzling composer and clarinettist extraordinaire? Every one of those talents is on display tonight, and trust us, you simply have to hear him for yourself.

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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.