BBC SSO 2025-26 Season Events
Sun 15 Feb 2026
- 14:00City Halls
Rachmaninov's First Symphony is a gripping climax to this concert which also features Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No.2: an afternoon that begins in the dream-world of Debussy’s mythical Faun, and ends at the gates of the inferno.
Rachmaninov's First Symphony is a gripping climax to this concert which also features Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No.2: an afternoon that begins in the dream-world of Debussy’s mythical Faun, and ends at the gates of the inferno.
Programme
- Prelude A L'Après-midi d'un faune(10 mins)
- Violin Concerto No. 2 in G minor(26 mins)
- interval
- Symphony No. 1 in D minor(45 mins)
Performers
- Hana Changviolin
- Chloé Van SoeterstèdeConductor
Thu 19 Feb 2026
- 19:30City Halls
A final farewell from Mozart - elegant, witty and nostalgic
A final farewell from Mozart - elegant, witty and nostalgic
Programme
- There, where I call home(12 mins)World Premiere, BBC commission
- Piano Concerto No.27 K595(32 mins)
- interval
- Symphony No. 8 in G major(36 mins)
Performers
- Ryan WigglesworthConductor
- Imogen Cooperpiano
Also part ofBBC SSO Glasgow Series 2025/26
Fri 20 Feb 2026
- 19:30Perth Concert Hall
A final farewell from Mozart - elegant, witty and nostalgic
A final farewell from Mozart - elegant, witty and nostalgic
Programme
- There, where I call home(12 mins)(BBC commission)
- Piano Concerto No. 27 in B flat major(32 mins)
- interval
- Symphony No. 8 in G major(36 mins)
Performers
- Ryan WigglesworthConductor
- Imogen Cooperpiano
Also part ofBBC SSO Perth Concert Series 2025/26
Sun 1 Mar 2026
- 15:00Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Sir Donald Runnicles joins forces with Edinburgh Festival Chorus for Mahler’s epic Resurrection Symphony at the Usher Hall. A monumental musical event!
Sir Donald Runnicles joins forces with Edinburgh Festival Chorus for Mahler’s epic Resurrection Symphony at the Usher Hall. A monumental musical event!
Programme
- Symphony No. 2 in C minor, ‘Resurrection’(80 mins)
Performers
- Jennifer Davissoprano
- Karen Cargillmezzo-soprano
- James Grossmithchorus director
- Donald RunniclesConductor
Composers
Also part ofBBC SSO Edinburgh Series 2025/26
Thu 12 Mar 2026
- 14:00City Halls
Britten's playful 'Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra' is paired with the composer's Cello Symphony. Plus, there's music inspired by the enchanting imagination of William Shakespeare.
Britten's playful 'Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra' is paired with the composer's Cello Symphony. Plus, there's music inspired by the enchanting imagination of William Shakespeare.
Programme
- Aurora(10 mins)
- Cello Symphony(34 mins)
- interval
- Falstaff(30 mins)
- The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra(17 mins)
Performers
- Alban Gerhardtcello
- Ryan WigglesworthConductor
Sun 8 Feb 2026
- 15:00Usher Hall, Edinburgh
“Goosebumps Galactica!” in the words of a BBC SSO audience member
“Goosebumps Galactica!” in the words of a BBC SSO audience member
Programme
- Le tombeau de Couperin(17 mins)
- Symphony No. 1, Op 9(21 mins)
- interval
- Short Ride in a Fast Machine(5 mins)
- Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor(34 mins)
Performers
- Gemma NewConductor
- Alessio Baxpiano
Thu 5 Feb 2026
- 19:30City Halls
“Goosebumps Galactica!” in the words of a BBC SSO audience member
“Goosebumps Galactica!” in the words of a BBC SSO audience member
Programme
- Le tombeau de Couperin(17 mins)
- Symphony No. 1, Op 9(21 mins)
- interval
- Short Ride in a Fast Machine(5 mins)
- Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor(34 mins)
Performers
- Gemma NewConductor
- Alessio Baxpiano
Sun 11 Jan 2026
- 17:00City Halls
For the first time ever, the BBC's breakthrough podcast will be recorded in front of a live audience at the Old Fruitmarket, blending expert-led mindfulness techniques with its signature soothing orchestral soundscapes, performed by the BBC SSO.
Sun 21 Dec 2025
- 15:00Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Celebrate Christmas with the BBC SSO's epic movie music concert, featuring John Williams, Disney classics & more at Usher Hall. Hosted by Jamie MacDougall, this popular festive event sells fast—book early for the best seats!
Sat 20 Dec 2025
- 19:30City Halls
Celebrate the festive season with the BBC SSO's magical movie music night in Glasgow! Enjoy John Williams, Disney classics & Golden Age tunes. Hosted by Jamie MacDougall. Always a sell-out—book early!
