Relaxed Concert: Acoustic Duke

The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra presents a relaxed afternoon performance of its Acoustic Duke concert at the Laidlaw Music Centre, St Andrews. Specially designed for older audiences, their families and friends, the concert also welcomes anyone who would enjoy a more relaxed and informal live music experience.

Taking place in the McPherson Recital Room, the performance will use a reduced-capacity layout to create a comfortable, welcoming environment. The music will feature many of Duke Ellington’s best-loved compositions, performed by one of Europe’s leading big bands at a comfortable volume. Lasting approximately 45–60 minutes, the concert will include friendly introductions to the music, with plenty of flexibility for audience members to move around, take a break or come and go as they wish.

Tickets are £10, with free admission for one accompanying carer or essential companion.

To help create a relaxed atmosphere:

• Doors open 45 minutes before the performance, allowing time to get settled.

• Wheelchair spaces are available, with front-of-house staff on hand to offer assistance.

• There is no need to keep quiet or sit still, and you can come in and out of the auditorium during the performance.

• There is no expectation to remain quiet or seated throughout the performance. You are welcome to move around or leave and re-enter the room at any time.

• The concert will begin with a short welcome, with informal introductions to most of the pieces.

• 12.00pm Venue Doors Open

• 12.15pm Auditorium Doors Open

• 1pm Performance Start

• 2pm Performance End