Sharing exceptional musical experiences As Scotland’s national music school, we have a responsibility to contribute to the whole fabric of music-making in this country. The activities through which we achieve this are made possible by philanthropic support from a range of donors, including our Honorary Vice President, Gavin Gemmell, CBE, who supports the Edinburgh Masterclass Series, which has introduced some of the world’s leading performers to teachers and pupils across Scotland. The String and Wind Academies, and now the SCO Youth Academy, which we deliver in partnership with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra also ensure that we reach out to as many aspiring young musicians as possible, involving them in the joy of music-making with St Mary’s Music School.
Introducing the Seven Hills Project Our most ambitious community project to date is now in development and takes its inspiration from Edinburgh’s distinctive landscape. The Seven Hills Project will be a series of seven short chamber music works commissioned from seven composers with strong connections to Scotland and the School. Over 2021 – 2023 these new works will reach the widest possible community through composition workshops in schools and other venues in Edinburgh and further afield. When the seven new works are ultimately published, this will create an exciting new chamber music resource for the nation. To find out more about how you can support the Project, please turn to the inside back cover.
By means of industry and perseverance, you will rise higher and higher. Robert Schumann
Iain Burnside and Roderick Williams, guest artists at The Portfolio Pianist
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