Rachmaninov 3rd Piano Concerto by Candlelight
London, St Mary Le Strand Church
About the Event
Enjoy an exceptional candlelit classical performance in the stunning candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand. Performed by the renowned Piccadilly Sinfonietta and leading guest soloists, the concert features an exquisite selection of works by Bach, Mozart and Händel including two of Bach's ever‐popular Brandenburg concertos. With over 200 performances each year, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta has earned a place at the heart of the UK’s classical scene, celebrated for its expressive interpretations and virtuosic flair across the baroque, classical, and early romantic repertoire.
‘Stunning’ – Classic FM
Program
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Divertimento in D Major
- Johann Sebastian Bach – Brandenburg Concerto No. 3
- Johann Sebastian Bach – Air on the G String
- Georg Friedrich Händel – Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
- Johann Sebastian Bach – Brandenburg Concerto No 4
- Georg Friedrich Händel – Water Music (selection)
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 Mary Le Strand Church, Strand, London, United Kingdom — Google Maps
