Inspired by an amazing and infuriating Celtic performance against Partizan Belgrade, this supporter wrote a piece of classical music now rated among the best produced from these isles in modern times. The recurring image of a rampaging Roy Aitken tearing about Celtic Park and giving his all fearlessly put the young composer in mind of tales of the fearless Viking warriors, the notorious Berserkers – and an idea grew into a timeless piece of music.
Read the full story of how Jacki Dziekanowski’s four goals helped create a night of celebration, tension and sorrow the likes of which have never been seen in Paradise since – and are captured in James MacMillan’s amazing composition The Berserking.
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