Trailer for Series 1 Episode 1 of Whisky High Notes

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:27:10 GMT

Just a trailer ahead of the first episode being launched on the 26th March with Sam McShane, Artistic Director of Kings Place, London.

A haven where Classical Music and Whisky come together, hosted by Whisky Enthusiast Dr Naomi Belshaw. Inviting guest artists, composers, conductors and the classical music industry to share their favourite music to pair with the exciting world of whisky.

From Kings Place to the Isle of Harris: Sam McShane

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Sam McShane, today's Guest on Whisky High Notes, is Artistic Director at Kings Place in London, where she leads a vibrant programming team and shapes the artistic vision of one of the UK’s most dynamic multi‑arts venues

here is Sam’s Music Playlist

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Naomi Belshaw, the host, and Sam spend the afternoon hearing about Sam's journey as a Classical Music Programmer and the music that has great meaning to her throughout her career, from learning the French Horn to programming at Kings Place in London, Manchester Camerata, and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. Naomi pairs a range of whiskies from across Scotland, from trusted independent bottler whiskies right through to some of the newest distilleries in Scotland.