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Scottish Ensemble

Scottish Ensemble: Impulse: Music In Motion

25 Apr 2026 17:00
25 Apr 2026
17:00
  • 25 Apr 2026
    17:00
    Schwarzman Centre, Oxford
    Sohmen Concert Hall
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When music and movement collide, the impact is exhilarating.

Experience the new Sohmen Concert Hall for the first time as Scottish Ensemble perform music for strings from memory, including Tchaikovsky’s much loved Serenade for Strings and Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony, in a unique, personal, and deeply human performance.

Playing from memory, the musicians are unleashed through choreographed movements, devised in collaboration with choreographer Örjan Andersson. The emotional power of the music and the expressive gestures of the musicians will create an exhilarating experience that will make you see and hear these two iconic works afresh.

Take your seat, connect with the music moving before you, and hear this space come to life.

Part of Open House, a free festival day of performances and events open to everyone.


Performers

Scottish Ensemble


Repertoire

Shostakovich Chamber Symphony in C minor, Op.110a

Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings

Secure your spot by booking a free ticket in advance. Arrive early to settle in. 

 

No ticket? No problem! Just drop in on the day.

 

No seats left? There's plenty to explore at Open House with pop-up events running all day throughout the building.

 

Suitable for all ages

 

Duration: Approx. 1 hour & 30 minutes

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