Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight at St James Piccadilly
London, St James's Church — Main Hall
About the Event
Step into the warm glow of candlelight this festive season and experience the magic of Christmas through the beauty of classical music, set within the stunning candlelit surroundings of St James' Church, Piccadilly in London,
Celebrate the season with Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you’ve never heard it before. This vivid and revolutionary work captures the natural rhythms of the year, making it the perfect soundtrack for a winter’s evening filled with wonder and reflection.
Performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and a leading violinist soloist, this special Christmas concert promises an evening of elegance, inspiration, and festive charm. The programme will also include Corelli's exquisite Christmas Concerto. With over 200 performances each year, the ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s finest classical talent—has become a beloved presence on the British music scene. The group is celebrated for its sparkling interpretations of the baroque, classical, and early romantic repertoire.
'Stunning' — Classic FM
Program
- Antonio Vivaldi – The Four Seasons
- Arcangelo Corelli – Christmas Concerto
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 James's Church, 197 Piccadilly, London, United Kingdom — Google Maps
