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A dramatic, declamatory Elijah closes the Edinburgh International Festival

Christopher Maltman
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Thomas Søndergård
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The Edinburgh Festival Chorus and Royal Scottish National Orchestra
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“when he delivered the big showpiece moments the audience knew it was in the presence of greatness”
Reviewed at Usher Hall, Edinburgh on 24 August 2025
Mendelssohn, Elijah
Thomas Søndergård, Conductor
Edinburgh Festival Chorus
James Grossmith, Choirmaster / chorus director
Rising Stars of Voice
Christopher Maltman, Baritone
Mari Eriksmoen, Soprano
Karen Cargill, Mezzo-soprano
Ben Bliss, Tenor
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