Christmas Classics with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

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Celebrate the Festive Season with our hugely popular Christmas Classics concert, a traditional celebration featuring well-loved Christmas carols and music.

About Christmas Classics with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

Listed Under Christmas Events / Music Events / Nights Out Events

Jamie MacDougall  – tenor and presenter | Roderick Dunk – conductor

If you’re not in the festive mood by the Wednesday before Christmas, here’s just the concert to add sparkle to your celebrations!

Gather family and friends and join the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra at Ayr Town Hall for an evening that’s overflowing with good cheer. Singer and presenter Jamie MacDougall returns to guide us through the festive fare of classic carols and popular Christmas songs, all wrapped up in the glorious sound of a live symphony orchestra, conducted by Roderick Dunk. 

Always a sell-out, so don’t leave it too late before booking your tickets!

Part of the 35th Ayr Concert Series arranged by Ayr Arts Guild

Schools bookings £ per ticket – please contact the box office on 01292 288 235 to book.

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