MENDELSSOHN: ELIJAH
Saturday 20th May 2023, 7.30pm
The Leckie Memorial Church, Peebles
and
Sunday 21 May 2023, 7.30pm
Stockbridge Parish Church, Edinburgh
Ivor Klayman, baritone
Chris Elliott, tenor
Cheryl Forbes, alto
Michelle Sheridan, soprano
Robert Dick, conductor
Claire Taylor, leader
Drought, fire, flood and whirlwind; fear, courage and faith. The dramatic story of the prophet Elijah is brought to life in Mendelssohn’s well-loved oratorio. A lone voice against oppressive rulers, Elijah raises the dead, calls down fire from heaven, escapes persecution and despair, and is taken up to heaven in a whirlwind.
Scottish baritone Ivor Klayman sings the title role and he is joined by other talented soloists, a bespoke choir, and Peebles Orchestra.
See our full programme of events. If you want to come along and join in the music, rehearsals will start on Wednesday 8th March. Keep an eye on our diary for details or contact the Orchestra directly.