Please come and listen and enjoy the wonderful music of the French 17th cent airs de cour which had such an extraordinary influence and direction on European baroque - notably Handel and Vivaldi (and of course many others). Elspeth McVeigh has the privilege of being accompanied by Stuart Hope on harpsichord, in the delightful historic venue The Edinburgh Society of Musicians. Works by Lambert, Lully, Moulinie, Rameau and of course Handel and Vivaldi are in the one hour programme.

PlaynLearn – Innovative Piano Learning Study Days & Concerts | Exploring Piano Technique and Repertoire On 19–20 April 2026, at the Edinburgh Society of Musicians, “PlaynLearn – Innovative Piano Learning” will take place, an event dedicated to the study, exploration, and sharing of piano music. The two-day programme will include study sessions and concerts, offering participants a comprehensive educational experience that combines piano technique, repertoire, and performance practice. The event is designed for young pianists, students, and music enthusiasts who wish to develop their artistic skills within an inspiring international setting. Led by Monika D’Ermo and M° Pietro Sellitto from Accademia Musicale Nocerina, participants will have the opportunity to focus on technical and expressive development, engaging in lessons, listening sessions, and live performances. In English and Italian. Free attendance. For info & bookings: [email protected].

This event, organized in collaboration with the Italin Cultural Institute of Edinburgh, is dedicated to the study, exploration, and sharing of piano music, offering participants a comprehensive educational experience that combines technique, repertoire, and performance practice. Led by Monika D'Ermo and Maestro Pietro Sellitto, participants will have the opportunity to focus on technical and expressive development through lessons, listening sessions, and live performances.