Classical music in the city

The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall is the home of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO). The venue is a must-visit for classical music lovers. The RSNO performs here on most Saturday evenings. The venue also hosts some of Europe’s biggest touring orchestras.

Look out for RSNO performances in the Royal Concert Hall’s state-of-the-art New Auditorium. Visit Glasgow Life for events information.

Praised for its excellent sound quality, City Halls is a hive of activity. The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra (BBC SSO) performs here on Thursday evenings. The Scottish Chamber Orchestra performs most Fridays. This beautiful venue also hosts concerts by Scottish Ensemble, a cutting-edge string orchestra. Visit Glasgow Life for more details.

Each spring the BBC SSO presents Tectonics, a festival of new and experimental music. Visit Tectonics Festival for info.

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) is one of the world’s best performing arts schools. It’s no surprise that the RCS has an outstanding and varied programme of music. Students perform regular concerts alongside leading classical stars such as violinist Nicola Benedetti.

If you prefer afternoon events, you can enjoy concerts at RCS each Monday and Friday at 1pm. Visit RCS for full listings.

Listen to classical music in the surroundings of Glasgow’s oldest university. Afternoon and evening concerts happen throughout the school year. The university showcases a wide range of musical styles and artists. Expect to see established Scottish musicians as well as emerging young talent.

While many University of Glasgow events are free, booking is recommended. Visit the University of Glasgow for more info.

For something a bit different, Fever presents concerts by candlelight. Concerts take place in Glasgow’s iconic venues. These include Òran Mór and the historic Merchants House. Hear performances of Chopin, Vivaldi, or classical tributes to Taylor Swift and ABBA. Visit Fever to see what’s on.