One of the world's most respected soprano singers is set to perform in Aberdeen.
Dame Emma Kirkby will sing at St Machar's Cathedral and give a masterclass to University of Aberdeen music students.
Dame Emma’s voice has won her the respect and admiration of classical music fans from around the globe.
She is one of Britain's foremost singers of early music. To date she has made well over a hundred recordings of all kinds, including her own take on the work of Mozart, Haydn and Bach.
In 1999, she was voted Artist of the Year by Classic FM listeners and in November 2000 received the Order of the British Empire.
In 2007 she was included in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for appointment as a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
She will perform at the Cathedral with the Rose Consort of Viols.
Dr Paul Mealor, Senior Lecturer in Music, University of Aberdeen, said: "Dame Emma is one of the leading sopranos of her generation. She is a big, big name and we are delighted that she is to perform here in Aberdeen.
"She is not only a great singer but a great teacher and personality. It is a fantastic opportunity for our students to hear her sing and to take part in her masterclass.
"I'm sure it will be an experience which will inspire them, particularly when it comes to early music."
