Celebrate the bicentenary of the life and works of Lord Byron at this special musical event. 2024 marks 200 years since the death of this leading figure of the Romantic movement. This one-off event will also mark the launch of a new limited edition print and plate made exclusively for the National Galleries of Scotland by Scottish artist Calum Colvin.

Featuring a musical celebration of Byron with his poems set to music performed by internationally celebrated Scottish opera singers Brian Bannatyne-Scott (Bass) and Beth Taylor (Mezzo-soprano), accompanied by John Kitchen on piano.

There will be a special introduction from Professor Fiona Stafford, University of Oxford a published author, and specialist on the literature of the Romantic period, including the works of Byron, Burns, Keats and Wordsworth, as well as David McClay, an expert on Byron. This will be followed by Calum Colvin talking about his new work, from which his limited-edition print is taken.

Calum Colvin OBE RSA is a major contemporary Scottish artist whose work combines photography, painting, and installation, and often deals with issues of Scottish identity and culture.

After the performance, join us for a complimentary drink and a chance to meet the artist and performers. Colvin will be signing his books and his new Byron limited-edition print will be available for sale. There will be 10% off all purchases on the night, including the limited-edition print.

Ticket numbers are limited, and we expect high demand for this very special celebration of Lord Byron, so book now.

For more information and to book tickets, please follow the link below.