Why endure the traffic, bustle and expense of a city to be inspired, uplifted and entranced by brilliant music? In beautiful, tranquil, Melrose, our recitals offer amazing variety and great musicianship in an intimate, idyllic venue.
Our Next Concert
Join us on Sunday 19th July 2026 at 3pm for our next concert, in Melrose Parish Church Hall. We welcome the renowned pianist Simon Callaghan, who will play two extraordinary pieces from 1908 by young English composers, both of which he has recorded to great critical acclaim. Rebecca Clarke’s Theme and Variations, with its Schubertian grace and charm, is coupled with Cyril Scott’s astonishingly original first sonata, that so impressed Stravinsky he incorporated its rhythmic motifs into The Rite of Spring. Simon’s recital is completed with arguably the most profound sonata ever, Schubert’s last, completed just weeks before his death. One of the leading pianists of his generation, Simon Callaghan has recorded more than fifty CDs and performed in many of the major concert halls around the world.
Upcoming Concerts:
- Sunday, July 19th 3pm – Simon Callaghan, piano
- Sunday, August 16th 3pm – Maria Waszyrowska, soprano & Harris Playfair, piano
- Sunday, Sept. 6th, 3pm – Boglárka György, violin & Amy Butler, piano
- Sunday, Sept. 27th, 3pm – Duo B!z’art, piano four-hands
- Sunday, Oct. 25th, 3pm – Nikodem Rodzeń, violin
- Sunday, Nov. 8th, 7:30pm – Ian Watt, guitar: “Pieces of Picasso”
Please join the society by buying a season ticket. This still represents amazing value for the remaining six concerts of the season.
Here is the brochure for our current season, May to November 2026:
Our concerts are held in Melrose Parish Church Hall. We thank the Church for its always friendly co-operation in making this wonderful venue available. It is blessed with gloriously clear and warm acoustics.
Contact: info@melrosemusicsociety.org.uk
