May Music Extravaganza

The May Music Extravaganza promises to be a charity concert like no other!

For one afternoon, sit back and experience the uplifting power of music as local choirs, school ensembles, the Brass Monkeys Quintet, and pianist Joseph Long entertain you.

Under the direction of the incomparable Morag Simpson, this special event promises something for everyone.

You’ll hear:

• Songs from the world of pop, including Abba and Bette Midler.
• Songs from the movies and musicals, including Slumdog Millionaire, Wicked, and The Sound of Music.
• Songs and music with jazz and Latin American rhythms, including a vocal arrangement of Libertango.
• Choral classics from Gabriel Fauré, Carl Orff, Bruckner, and Rossini.
• Wellerman, the ‘sea shanty’ that became a Tik Tok sensation during Covid lockdown.
• And much, much more!

Joseph Long, one of Scotland’s finest concert pianists, is our special guest for the afternoon. Expect something a bit different as, in a departure from the traditional classical repertoire, he immerses you in the rhythms and syncopation of jazz piano.

Local brass quintet, The Brass Monkeys, will have you tapping your feet – maybe even dancing in the aisles! – as they play music with Latin American and jazz rhythms.

With proceeds going to local charities Charlie House, Grampian Heart & Health, and Aberdeen Performing Arts, why not join us for a truly feel-good charity concert – and be part of something special.

One afternoon. Eight choirs. Over 160 voices. Endless harmonies.

Including:

• Bridge of Don Academy Choir
• Cults Academy Percussion
• Fyvie Community Choir
• Musical Midgies junior choir
• The Brass Monkeys Quintet
• Thorngrove Silver Belles
• Ugie Voices
• Vox Amabile
• Westhill Community Choir
• Ythan Singers

and featuring pianist Joseph Long

Musical Director: Morag Simpson
Master of Ceremonies: Gordon M Hay MBE
Accompanists: Rachel Mackison, Anne Deans