At the Ross Bandstand on Sunday the spirit of Christmas was brought to life with song and dance by performers of all ages.
Despite the chilly weather local dance groups took to the stage and performed with gusto. The Phoenix Choir sang and roused the gathering crowd into a festive mood.
And The Snow Queen herself put in an appearance to start the festive season off with some winter sparkle.
The next event in the calendar is the official lighting of the lights on the Christmas tree on the Mound which takes place on Monday. Just before 6pm there will be a procession of the Rt Hon Lord Provost, Robert Aldridge and the Candlemakers along with the Norwegian Consulate General in Edinburgh and Vestland County Council. The tree is a gift to the city from the people of Norway in thanks for the support that Scotland gave Norway during the Second World War. This is a free event and will be followed another free event – the Scottish Norwegian Advent Carol Concert at St Giles.
Next Sunday 23 November Edinburgh Sings will feature community choirs and music performed by local groups in a free event at Ross Bandstand which begins at 1pm until 4pm. This will also be time for everyone to enjoy a silent disco after the sun goes down. Silent Disco headsets will be available to purchase on the day or book in advance.
More information on the website.
And here is the Phoenix Choir in all their glory. How uplifting this is today. Cold but bright and very Christmassy in Princes Street Gardens
— The Edinburgh Reporter (@edinreporter.bsky.social) 17 November 2024 at 14:18
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