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An afternoon of music and poetry readings inspired by Emily Dickinson. This recital features music by Copland and original compositions by Ailsa Aitkenhead. Performed by outstanding classical soprano Kirstin Anderson, with Ailsa Aitkenhead on piano and poetry readings by Thoko Kamwendo.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Moon is Distant from the Sea: Songs of Emily Dickinson is by Kirstin Anderson and Ailsa Aitkenhead, listed under Music in the Fringe programme. It plays at Canongate Kirk, 153 Canongate, EH8 8BN, 20 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 8+. Tickets are £15.