Sounds of St Cecilia's I: The Forgotten Baroque Traditions: A Self-Portrait of a 21st Century Artist

Sounds of St Cecilia's I: The Forgotten Baroque Traditions: A Self-Portrait of a 21st Century Artist

Kenneth YeungProfessional company

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60 minutesThe Concert Room
An intimate, autobiographical journey across two antique keyboards. Kenneth navigates early repertoire and personal memory, weaving Cabezon, Frescobaldi, Froberger, Pasquini's partimentno sonata, a compiled 17th-century French suite, and Bach's magnificent toccata. Interspersed is a new tombeau – an elegy for the Tai Po fire in Hong Kong – linking past practice with contemporary resonance. Playful, scholarly, creative, the programme surveys a wide range of national styles and improvisatory traditions, inviting listeners into anecdotes and the harpsichordist's inner world as music becomes story and memory.

About Kenneth Yeung

Sounds of St Cecilia's I: The Forgotten Baroque Traditions is an intimate, autobiographical recital by harpsichordist Kenneth Yeung at The Concert Room. Kenneth navigates early keyboard repertoire and personal memory, weaving together works by Cabezon, Frescobaldi, Froberger, Pasquini's partimento sonata, a compiled seventeenth-century French suite, and Bach's magnificent toccata. Interspersed is a new tombeau — an elegy for the Tai Po fire in Hong Kong — linking past practice with contemporary resonance. The programme surveys a wide range of national styles and improvisatory traditions, and runs for 60 minutes.

Why see this show?

A rare opportunity to hear Baroque keyboard music performed with genuine scholarly depth and personal warmth. Kenneth Yeung's harpsichord recital at The Concert Room moves between historical repertoire, improvisation and personal memoir in a way that makes early music feel entirely alive.

Tickets

£15 (5)

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When

Wednesday 12 August 2026

All performances at 15:00

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Venue
The Concert Room

50 Niddry Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The recital runs for 60 minutes.

Where is it performed?

The show takes place at The Concert Room.

What is the age guidance?

The show is suitable for audiences aged 12 and over.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are £15, with a concession price of £5.

What music will be performed?

The programme includes works by Cabezon, Frescobaldi, Froberger, Pasquini's partimento sonata, a compiled seventeenth-century French suite, and Bach's magnificent toccata, plus a new tombeau elegy for the Tai Po fire in Hong Kong.

Are there any content warnings?

No content warnings are listed for this show.

About This Music Performance

Sounds of St Cecilia's I: The Forgotten Baroque Traditions: A Self-Portrait of a 21st Century Artist is a music performance at The Concert Room during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Enjoy live music in Edinburgh's atmospheric venues. From intimate acoustic sets to full band performances, each show offers a unique musical experience.

Venue: The Concert Room

The Concert Room is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

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Booking Information

Ticket Prices: From £15

Age Guidance: 12+

Content Warnings: None

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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Sounds of St Cecilia's I: The Forgotten Baroque Traditions: A Self-Portrait of a 21st Century Artist represents the musical diversity that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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