Moonlight Sonata at Christmas
Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town Church
About the Event
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a special pre‐Christmas evening in the breathtaking setting of beautiful cathedrals.
Acclaimed British concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith will perform a selection of popular and powerful piano works, including Beethoven’s much‐loved Moonlight Sonata with additional exceptional works by Chopin, Debussy and other great composers . Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking for a unique way to celebrate the festive season, this concert promises a warm and uplifting experience.
In 2016, Warren Mailley‐Smith became the first British pianist to perform all of Chopin’s solo piano works from memory in an 11‐concert series at St John’s Smith Square—an achievement praised by critics as extraordinary. He has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has given numerous performances for the British Royal Family. One of the UK’s most in‐demand pianists, he gave over 200 concerts last year alone.
Join us for an evening of inspiring music in a truly unforgettable setting.
Program
- George Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue
- Claude Debussy – Clair de lune
- Ludwig van Beethoven – Moonlight Sonata
- Franz Liszt – „Liebesträume“
- Frederic Chopin – Raindrop Prelude
- Sergei Vasilievich Rachmaninoff – Prelude in G minor
- Edvard Grieg – Wedding Day at Troldhagen
- Frederic Chopin – Fantasy Impromptu
Artists
| Piano: | Warren Mailley‐Smith The British concert pianist is a Steinway Artist. Particularly known for his interpretations of Chopin, Mailley‐Smith gives regular solo performances in some of central London's most prominent chamber music and recital venues, including St John's Smith Square and the Wigmore Hall. Alongside his solo career, Warren Mailley‐Smith is the founder and Musical Director of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta, one of the UK's most in‐demand ensembles. |
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Address
Edinburgh New Town Church, 13 George Street,, Edinburgh, United Kingdom — Google Maps
