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Still pushing boundaries: Scottish Ensemble’s Shifting Patterns in Perth

Scottish Ensemble
© Matthias Kremer
Scottish Ensemble
© Matthias Kremer
Por David Smythe, 30 octubre 2025
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“a hugely exciting track as harmonies clash, rhythms shift and collide”
Crítica hecha desde Perth Concert Hall, Perth el 29 octubre 2025
Programa
Górecki, String Quartet no. 2 "Quasi una fantasia", Op.64
Meredith, Honeyed Woods (arr. Richard Jones)
Meredith, Tuggemo
Meredith, Chorale
Meredith, Shill (arr. Richard Jones)
Meredith, Haze
Meredith, Blackfriars
Meredith, Nautilus
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David Smythe
David Smythe
David the farmer was drawn into music through choirs, orchestras, taking part in and directing 'serious' opera as a student. Passionate about live classical music, particularly chamber opera, unusual pieces and events and giving the next generation the tools to engage with the classical world.