The Edinburgh International Festival has released a documentary honouring the late Professor John Wallace CBE.
The documentary is centred on the spectacular tribute concert Brass Fanfare: A Tribute to John Wallace, bringing together three of Scotland’s leading orchestras – Scottish Chamber Orchestra, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Royal Scottish National Orchestra – with The Wallace Collection ensemble.
The concert was a powerful celebration of the late musician’s extraordinary career. With performances from young players of the RCS Junior Conservatoire and StAMP (St Andrew’s Music Partipcation), the concert was a powerful reminder of John Wallace’s dedication to music education and advocacy for free instrumental tuition across Scotland.
The concert also saw two movements from his Symphony for Brass Band performed, where the late musician paid tribute to the landscape and history of his native Fife.
Through excerpts from this special concert, the documentary captures the emotion and artistry of the musicians as they pay tribute to John Wallace’s enduring legacy.
With interviews from Edinburgh International Festival director Nicola Benedetti, his University of St Andrews and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland colleagues as well as members of The Wallace Collection, the film offers a moving and musical insight into his life.
“John’s passing is an indescribably deep loss, for me personally and for thousands across Scotland and the world,” said Nicola.
The documentary is available here.