Presented in association with sound, the second chapter of Almanac explores the nocturnal world of pipistrelle bats during the autumn mating season. Pipistrelle bats are an important indicator species, helping us understand the health of ecosystems across wetlands, woodland and urban environments.

Inspired by the bats’ distinctive songflights — repeated routes of flight and calling performed after dark — Songflight combines live music for flute, clarinet, viola and percussion with electronics to create an atmospheric performance shaped by sound, movement and the surrounding landscape. Presented in darkness and in close connection with the site, Songflight invites audiences into an immersive encounter with one of Scotland’s most fascinating nocturnal species.

The evening will begin with a bat walk, led in partnership with NatureScot, before returning to Logie Coldstone Hall for a performance by Red Note Ensemble followed by a post-concert Q&A with composer Thomas Butler.

Parking is located at Logie Coldstone Village Hall. We will provide a shuttle bus from Logie Coldstone Hall to the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve for the bat walk.

Each ticket includes

• A guided bat walk with NatureScot
• A live performance of Songflight
• A Q&A with composer Thomas Butler

Important information

• Parking for the event is at Logie Coldstone Hall. We are providing a shuttle service to the Nature Reserve so please arrive at least 10 minutes in advance as transport to the site will leave at 18:45 sharp.
• Sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothing is recommended
• Please be advised that in the event of severe weather, the Bat walk may be cancelled and we will offer an indoor alternative.
• A videographer will be in attendance during the event. If you would prefer not to appear in any footage, please let a member of the team know.

If you have any access questions for this event, please contact us: admin@rednoteensemble.com

Tickets are available on the door but due to the limited places we strongly recommend advance booking.

Performance schedule

Bat Walk (including transport): 18:45–20:00
Performance + Q&A: 20:15–21:00

The Almanac cycle is kindly supported by the Vaughan Williams Foundation.