Rhapsody in Blue at Christmas

About the Event

Bask in the warm glow of candlelight this Christmas within the stunning surroundings of St James’s Church, Piccadilly, a truly magical setting for a Christmas celebration of sublime piano music.

Acclaimed concert pianist Tyler Hay presents a sparkling festive programme blending much‐loved classical and romantic masterpieces with seasonal favourites. From the poetic intimacy of Chopin’s nocturnes to the dazzling brilliance of Liszt, Debussy’s moonlit magic, and the jazz‐infused flair of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, this enchanting evening will also include special Christmas‐inspired pieces to capture the joy and wonder of the season.

Whether you are a seasoned music lover or looking for a heart‐warming way to celebrate the holidays, this candlelit concert promises to be an uplifting and unforgettable experience in one of the capital’s most enchanting spaces. Surrounded by the festive buzz of Piccadilly’s restaurants and bars, your evening can continue in perfect seasonal style.

About Tyler Hay
Tyler Hay was born in 1994 and first showed a prodigious talent for the piano when he won the Dennis Loveland Award in Kent for his performance of Liszt’s Mephisto Waltz No. 1 at the age of 11. He gained a place to study at the Purcell School in 2007 under Tessa Nicholson, before continuing at the Royal Northern College of Music with Graham Scott and Frank Wibaut, and later at the Royal College of Music with Niel Immelman and Gordon Fergus‐Thompson.

Tyler has performed at Wigmore Hall, Cadogan Hall, and the Purcell Room, and has appeared as a concerto soloist at Queen Elizabeth Hall and Symphony Hall with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. In 2016, he won first prize in the keyboard section of the Royal Overseas League Competition, the RNCM’s Gold Medal, and the Liszt Society International Competition.