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Beethoven Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Enjoy an exceptional concert with a selection from Beethoven's much-loved piano works. Set in the spectacular candlelit venue of St Mary Le Strand Church and featuring renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, accompanied by the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, this will be a musical evening to remember! There are also plenty of restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night.
'Stunning' - Classic FM
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Pathetique Sonata
Beethoven - Emperor Piano Concerto No. 5
Since its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta has become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving over 200 100 performances a year in some of the country’s most beautiful and prestigious venues. The ensemble comprises some of the most prodigious musical talent and performs exclusively with leading virtuoso soloists. The group performs under the artistic direction of its founder, concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith and focuses on the virtuoso concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical and early romantic periods.
Warren Mailley-Smith has developed a large following across the UK, with audiences warming to his outstanding pianism, effortless technique and charismatic charm. He made waves in the music world in 2015 through his extraordinary achievement of performing the complete solo works of Chopin. His career has taken him all over the world, with solo performances in Australia, Europe and solo tours in China and the USA. He has given acclaimed solo recitals at The Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. One of the busiest concert pianists of his generation and gave over 100 solo performances in 2022.
6pm-7pm
£20, £30, £40
St Mary le Strand, The Strand, London, Manchester WC2R 1ES
Fri 13 September