Skip to main content
Rachel Podger stands with an illustrated skyscape behind her. She smiles and holds her violin.

A Baroque Christmas

Programme

  • HANDEL

    Concerto a due Cori No.2

  • LOCATELLI

    Concerto Grosso in F minor Op.1 No.8 ‘Christmas Concerto’

  • MUFFAT

    Sonata V from Armonico Tributo (Salzburg 1682)

  • CORELLI

    Concerto Grosso in G minor, Op.6 No.8 ‘fatto per la notte di Natale’

  • VIVALDI

    Violin Concerto in E ‘Il riposo per il Santissimo Natale’

  • JS BACH

    Orchestral Suite No.4

Rachel Podger director/violin

Celebrate the season in true Baroque splendour as Rachel Podger returns, this time leading an evening of festive music. From the grandeur of Handel to the intimate charm of Corelli and the brilliance of Bach, this glittering programme is brimming with warmth and festive spirit. Expect moments of jubilation, serenity and virtuosity – a perfect pre-Christmas treat.

Please note: Photography will be taking place at the Glasgow concert. If you wish not to be featured or have any questions, please get in touch or speak with a member of staff before the concert.

Artists

Related Events

View all events
  1. An illustartion of two young lovers dancing under chandeliers with pink stars surrounding them and moonlight.

    Viennese New Year

    –

    Matinee

    Edinburgh
    Aberdeen
    Ayr
    Step into the sparkling elegance of a Viennese ballroom as we welcome the New Year in style.
  2. Mari Samuelson holds the violin and wears a long black dress.

    Max Richter+

    New Dimensions

    Edinburgh
    Glasgow
    Explore the music of Max Richter, whose work bridges minimalism, electronica and cinematic sound to reshape the classical landscape.
  3. Illustartion of musicians with children dancing around them as they play

    Big Ears, Little Ears

    –

    Community

    St Andrews
    Perth
    These interactive performances are playful, multi-sensory introductions to live orchestral music.