Musicians take trishaw tour ahead of charity concert in Melrose
Members of the Borders Chamber Orchestra took a spin around Melrose in Trimonty, the town's Cycling Without Age Scotland trishaw, ahead of a special concert which will raise funds for the local charity.
The electric trishaw, piloted by Catharine Fletcher, gave orchestra members a unique tour of Melrose as excitement builds for their performance at Melrose Parish Church on Saturday, June 27.
Under the baton of conductor James Young, the orchestra will present a varied programme showcasing works written by composers largely in the early stages of their careers.
The evening opens with one of Rossini's characteristically energetic overtures before moving to Dvorak's beautiful Romance for Violin and Orchestra, featuring soloist Cath Cormie.
The programme continues with two orchestral works by Ravel, originally composed for piano. Audiences will hear the nostalgic Pavane – familiar to many as the theme music used by the BBC during the France '98 Football World Cup coverage – followed by the lively Rigaudon from Le Tombeau de Couperin.
The concert concludes with an early symphony by musical prodigy Felix Mendelssohn, written when he was just 15 years old and already displaying the remarkable talent that would make him one of the most celebrated composers of the Romantic era.
The event will also support an important local cause. Since its launch in April, Trimonty has become a familiar sight on the streets of Melrose, providing rides for people of all ages who face mobility challenges or experience loneliness and isolation, particularly older residents.
Operated by Cycling Without Age Melrose, the trishaw enables passengers to enjoy fresh air, companionship and a chance to reconnect with their community.
Money raised from Saturday's concert will be donated to Cycling Without Age Melrose, helping the organisation continue its valuable work.
The concert begins at 7pm at Melrose Parish Church.