A Viennese Christmas by Candlelight at St. Giles in the Fields
London, St Giles in the Fields
About the Event
Experience a captivating Viennese Christmas concert at St Giles in the Fields, nestled in London’s West End, for an unforgettable evening of classical music. This beautiful church creates a candlelit, atmospheric setting for an enchanting concert. In the days before Christmas, allow the sparkling sounds of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta to transport you with a magical programme inspired by the golden age of Viennese music.
Travel to the elegant ballrooms of 19th‐century Vienna through waltzes, polkas, and festive favourites by Strauss, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms. More than a concert, it is an evening of beauty, warmth, and sophisticated musical brilliance. Led artistically by virtuoso pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta is celebrated for dazzling performances throughout the UK, featuring some of the country’s finest classical musicians.
“Stunning” – Classic FM
Enjoy an evening of musical delight in one of London’s most beautiful historic venues. With charming restaurants and bars just a short stroll away, it is the perfect way to complete a truly magical night out.
Founded in 2017, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta has captivated audiences across the UK, presenting over 200 concerts annually in some of the nation’s most prestigious venues. Its commitment to excellence and collaborations with leading soloists make every performance a memorable musical journey.
Program
- Johann Strauss – Die Fledermaus – Die Fledermaus, Overture
- Johann (Son) Strauss – Blue Danube Waltz
- Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky – The Sleeping Beauty – Sleeping Beauty Waltz
- Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky – The Nutcracker – The Nutcracker Suite
- Johannes Brahms – Hungarian Dance No. 5
- Johann Strauss – Trisch‐trasch Polka
Artists
| Ensemble: | Piccadilly Sinfonietta One of the UK's busiest chamber ensembles, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta performs around 100 times each year in some of the country's most beautiful and prestigious venues. Founded in 2017 by concert pianist Warren Mailley‐Smith, the ensemble focuses on the virtuosic concerto works of the Baroque, Classical and early Romantic periods. The Sinfonietta makes its home base in the London church of St. Mary‐le‐Strand, a charming and often‐overlooked architectural gem, where they present several short, candle‐lit concerts most weeks, unless on tour. |
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Address
St Giles in the Fields, 60 St Giles High St, London, United Kingdom — Google Maps
