"[2] Lance Ellington, a regular vocalist on Strictly Come Dancing, opened the concert with a couple of songs, before Boyle appeared and launched into a 24-song set.

Other performers included Ashleigh Gray and Annie Skates as back-up singers, plus a 7-piece orchestra and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland choir.

[5] The leg will begin in San Diego, California, playing 21 shows throughout October and November, ending in Jacksonville, Florida.

[6] For her entrance, Boyle appeared in silhouette at the back of the stage giving her famous wiggle while an audio from her Britain's Got Talent audition played.

The Herald Scotland, giving 4 stars, reported, "There was lot riding on this appearance, the first night of her first ever live solo tour, but the phenomenon/riddle that is Susan Boyle proved equal to her task in the Highland Capital.

"[8] The Edinburgh Guide, also giving 4 stars, reported, "Cynics of TV reality shows may dismiss the notion that media-created pop singers have any real talent.

Susan has a natural purity in her voice combined with genuine emotion and the effortless art of a true Diva in glamorous style.