This summer, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra invites you to experience the cello like never before. Led by SCO Principal Cello Philip Higham, and joined by his colleagues Su-a Lee, Donald Gillan and Eric de Wit, this vibrant programme celebrates the expressive power of the cello in all its forms.

From the fiery dialogue of Vivaldi’s Concerto for Two Cellos to the shimmering textures of Arensky’s Tchaikovsky Variations, this exciting concert unfolds with drama and delight. Giovanni Sollima’s Violoncelles, Vibrez! is a visceral, genre-defying showpiece that pulses with energy, while Menotti’s Suite and Britten’s playful Divertimenti offer charm and contrast. The programme closes with the soulful Andante Cantabile by Tchaikovsky, a tender finale to a night of rich musical storytelling.

Whether you’re a seasoned concertgoer or discovering the SCO for the first time, this programme promises an unforgettable journey through cello repertoire in the sure hands of the SCO Strings.