St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum

The beautiful St Cecilia's Hall dates back to 1763 and is also home to the University of Edinburgh's internationally renowned collection of historic musical instruments.

About St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum

	50 Niddry Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LG
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St Cecilia's Hall Concert Room & Music Museum is home to the University of Edinburgh's internationally renowned collection of historic musical instruments.

This hidden gem in Edinburgh's Old Town offers a unique blend of musical history and interactive experiences. Built in 1763, St Cecilia's is the oldest purpose-built concert hall in Scotland.

Today the building also encompasses a modern entrance, visible conservation studio, four museum galleries and an education room, and is a must-visit for music enthusiasts.

Explore the instrument collection:
Focussing on instruments that are no longer in regular current use, displays cover the period from the 16th to the 20th century. The diverse collection includes pianos, harpsichords, spinets, violins, guitars, cellos, flutes, and clarinets. Though rare or antique, many of the instruments are still playable.

Attend a concert:
Enjoy live performances in the historic concert hall, featuring a variety of musical genres. The concert room itself is a beautiful and historic space, featuring original features and acoustics. It is the only place in the world where it is possible to hear 18th-century music in an 18th-century concert hall played on 18th-century instruments.

Events:
As well as concerts, St Cecilia's Hall Concert Room & Music Museum regularly host talks about the history of music. A variety of guided tours that focus on the development of musical instruments are also available on selected days.

Children's tour:
Kids can have fun whilst learning about the history of musical instruments on the museum's children's tour. The Discovery Trail and hands-on interactive 'discover drawers' give budding young musicians the chance to see how instruments work.

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Upcoming Events at St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum

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Candlelight Double Bill - Night at the Opera and Four Seasons

3rd May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Don't miss an Enchanting Night at the Opera by Candlelight at St Cecilia's Hall with a double bill - 2 shows for the price of 1 - 'Night at the Opera' and 'Four Seasons' on 3rd May!

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Candlelight Double Bill - Goldberg Variations and Opera by Candlelight

3rd May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Enjoy an amazing value package of candlelight concerts - 'Goldberg Variations' and 'Opera by Candlelight' at St Cecilia's Hall on 3rd May!

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An Enchanting Night at the Opera by Candlelight (feat. Dido’s Lament)

3rd May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Sunday Herald and Scottish Opera Star Catherine Backhouse presents an unforgettable evening at the opera on 3rd May at St Cecilia's Hall.

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Chillout Harpsichord by Candlelight - 'Goldberg Variations'

3rd May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Join award-winning concert harpsichordist Matthew Shiel for an unforgettable evening of keyboard excellence and emotional storytelling at St Cecelia's Hall on 3rd May!

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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight

3rd May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Moonlight Concerts invite you to join world-renowned violinist Emma Jane Lloyd as she takes centre-stage in Vivaldi's breath-taking masterpiece 'The Four Seasons' at St Cecilia’s Hall on 3rd May!

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Maxim Emelyanychev plays Mozart

10th May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Join Maxim Emelyanychev for a very special evening of Mozart celebration and final concert of the Baroque Music Festival at St Cecilia's Hall on 10th May!

Tour

The Musical Instrument Collection through the Years

17th May 2025

St Cecilias Hall: Concert Room & Music Museum, Edinburgh Old Town

Join St Cecilia’s Hall Curator Dr Sarah Deters on 17th May for this free guided tour to celebrate International Museum Day!

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