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Òran an Ròin: A Haunting Gaelic Ballad Comes Alive on the Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye is a place of breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage. Its landscapes, steep cliffs, and serene beaches create a perfect setting for traditional Gaelic music. Among the songs that capture this spirit is "Oran an Roin," a haunting ballad about a seal mourning the loss of its kin due to human hunting.

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Loch Shin Bagpipe, how the sound of pipes carry centuries of stories
There’s something about the sound of the pipes that feels as though it’s been pulled straight from the land itself. When I played Loch Shin Bagpipe at Lauderdale House last week, I wasn’t just performing—I was trying to bring a piece of the Scottish Highlands into the room.

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Highland Echoes – Live in London This Weekend!
I’m thrilled to announce my upcoming performances in London! Tomorrow (Friday) at 1 pm, I will be at The London Scottish House, followed by a concert on Saturday evening at The Lauderdale House in Highgate at 7:30 pm. These concerts mark the exciting conclusion of a project that has taken me into the heart of the Highlands, where I immersed myself in the stunning beauty of North West Scotland. I have gathered sounds, feelings, and traces from this remarkable landscape, and I

Riccardo Pes
Apr 103 min read
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Unveiling the Hidden Treasures of Haltwhistle: A Musical Journey Through Scotland's Landscapes
With Hadrian's Wall and the Sycamore Gap Tree's stump as our backdrop, this journey commenced in a place abundant with stories and melodies. In 2023,when I played at the Sycamore Gap Tree's stump (after beging brutalised and cut by two young adults), I initiated a project designed to weave music with nature.

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Apr 103 min read
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Music & Nature in Scotland – Tour Announcement!
I’m beyond excited to embark on my upcoming tour, Music & Nature in Scotland, blending music and environment.

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Mar 171 min read
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Honoring Giulia Cecchettin: A Personal Reflection
Performing with pianist Elena Toponogova at Foglie d’Autunno (Autumen Leaves) , part of the Blanc European Festival, was an experience I...

Riccardo Pes
Dec 11, 20242 min read
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A Night to Remember: Performing with the White Hall Orchestra at Teatro Zancanaro
Some nights stay with you forever. My recent performance as a soloist with the White Hall Orchestra at the stunning Teatro Zancanaro

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Dec 5, 20241 min read
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Hexham Abbey Festival - Solo recital
Experience Riccardo Pes’s captivating solo recital at the Hexham Abbey Festival. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of music in a historic setti

Riccardo Pes
Sep 17, 20242 min read
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🎶 Secret Concert - DEBUT at the Brunel Museum 🎶
Secret Concert - DEBUT at the Brunel Museum 🎶

Riccardo Pes
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐒, upcoming concert with the 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐂 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚
This Sunday, September 8 at 5:00 PM, the 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚 will perform a concert titled "𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐒".

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Sep 6, 20241 min read
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