The Edinburgh Reporter invites local and not so local Instagrammers to come along to an exclusive hour or so in the fabulous St Cecilia’s Hall on Niddry Street courtesy of the University of Edinburgh.
You will be given a short tour and introduction to this space which was renovated by the University in the past few years.
Prepare to be astounded by the Museum attached with its vast array of musical instruments. Come and take some photos of the gorgeous concert hall and its many architectural features to share widely on your Instagram feed.
There will be a concert taking place in the hall just afer our visit and you are also invited to get a ticket for the Three on a Thursday concert which is £5 pay on the door. It is a dolly mixture of musical styles and will feature three acts for around 30 minutes or so each. Details will be announced soon.
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St Cecilia’s Hall is Scotland’s oldest purpose-built concert hall. Originally built by the Edinburgh Musical Society in 1762, the Georgian venue is a real hidden gem, tucked away in the heart of Edinburgh’s Cowgate.
Having undergone a £6.5million renovation St Cecilia’s Hall and Music Museum is now a fantastic addition to Edinburgh’s offer of museums and event venues.
St Cecilia’s Hall comprises of a Concert Room, hosting a range of concerts and public events, and a Music Museum, which brings together the University’s collection of musical instruments, including a world-class collection of keyboard instruments, for the first time under one roof.
The Music Museum displays the University’s unparalleled collection of musical instruments from across the globe, including its world-famous harpsichords, some of which are playable. Making this the only place in the world, it is claimed, that you can hear 18th-century music being played on 18th-century instruments in an 18th- century setting.
More than 400 instruments have been conserved as part of the redevelopment project by a dedicated conservation officer. This work continues, as the building features a dedicated space for treating instruments, which will also be visible for the visiting public to see.
In addition to the Music Museum, St Cecilia’s Hall has a lively programme of adult and family events, education workshops, group tours, concerts, private and corporate events.
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