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The Gentle Shepherd - CANCELLED

Enjoy a concert retelling of what became Allan Ramsay’s most popular work 'The Gentle Shepherd' in the glorious surrounding of St. Vincent’s Chapel in Edinburgh!

The Gentle Shepherd - CANCELLED

About The Gentle Shepherd - CANCELLED

2025 marks 300 years since the publication of Allan Ramsay’s pastoral comedy “The Gentle Shepherd”. Through the inclusion of traditional songs and music, Ramsay adapted his work into a ballad opera, earning it the title of “the first Scottish opera”.

Set against the backdrop of the Pentland Hills, “The Gentle Shepherd” tells the story of Patie, a poor but virtuous shepherd, who falls in love with Peggy, a shepherdess.

Enjoy a concert retelling of what became Ramsay’s most popular work, performed by Stephanie Stanway (soprano), Christian Schneeberger (tenor) and Derek Clark (harpsichord) in the glorious surroundings of Edinburgh’s St. Vincent’s Chapel.

Please note that this event is only suitable for children age 10+. All children (under 18yo) must have their own ticket and must be accompanied by a paying adult. This performance has a running time of c.75mins without interval. Tickets are non-refundable. Balcony seats are not wheelchair accessible and are not recommended to patrons with limited mobility. Artists are subject to alteration.

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