Usher Hall
Old and new architecture together at Edinburgh's Usher Hall. The 1914 original to the left, and the angular glass extension completed in 2010 in the centre of the shot.
We were at a concert there last night: American violinist Joshua Bell and British cellist Steven Isserlis, with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. The first time I've experienced a standing ovation at a concert (we Scots are a reserved lot).
As with many things in Scotland there's a connection with our national drink. The hall was built with money gifted to the city by Andrew Usher, son of a whisky distiller.
i would love to visit the usher hall one day. that sounds like a wonderful concert you were at. hope you have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful combination of old and new. Thank you for the tour.
ReplyDeleteWe are so effusive, compared to the Scots. Everything! is! wonderful!
What a treat to hear Joshua Bell!
ReplyDeleteJourneys to Scotland, I hope you get a chance to visit the Usher Hall one day. The interior is gorgeous, with a fantastic acoustic.
ReplyDeleteClairz, sometimes we're too low key and could do with a bit of your 'awesome' attitude.
Pamela, it was absolutely fantastic. And if Steven Isserlis ever comes your way, do go and hear him. Did you know that he also writes books for children, with titles such as 'Why Beethoven Threw the Stew'?
Joshua Bell is amazing. I have not been to the Usher Hall for some time - must go there again. :)
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a great concert. I didn't know about the whisky connection - or the Isserlis' children's books!
ReplyDeleteA lovely concert hall. I would like to see the inside of it. I am so envious that you got to see Joshua Bell!
ReplyDeletePurestGreen, Christine and BreezyPointMom, I am still in a bit of a trance from the concert! Christine, Isserlis' children's books are worth seeking out.
ReplyDeleteYou are so lucky! I have always wanted to see Joshua Bell in concert. I just love the way he plays. Wonderful hall!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a wonderful hall - like the contrast of old and new. Glad the concert was so fabulous for yoy!
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