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Chopin Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Step into the timeless beauty of St Mary Le Strand, a Baroque gem and one of London’s architectural treasures, designed by James Gibbs in the early 18th century. The grandeur and elegance of the church stands as a testament to the opulence and artistry of its era. Bathed in soft candlelight, it offers the perfect setting for a truly magical evening of music.
Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a rare opportunity to hear both these fiendishly difficult and sublimely beautiful masterpieces performed on the same evening, by the same pianist! This is more than a concert—it’s an experience of intimacy, virtuosity, and Romantic brilliance in one of London's most atmospheric venues.
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme A – 6:00pm
Andante Spianato et Grand Polonaise
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor
Programme B – 8:00pm
Polonaise-Fantaisie
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor
Warren Mailley-Smith rose to international prominence in 2015, becoming the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete solo piano works from memory. With more than 200 performances annually, he has appeared on world-renowned stages including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and performed for the British Royal Family. His playing, praised for its warmth and charisma, makes him the perfect artist to bring Chopin’s timeless music to the heart of the holiday season.
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, under the artistic direction of Warren Mailley-Smith, has rapidly become a fixture of the UK concert scene, performing over 200 concerts annually in the country’s most prestigious venues. Known for its dazzling interpretations of the virtuoso concerto repertoire, the ensemble features some of the nation’s finest classical musicians and soloists.
Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a rare opportunity to hear both these fiendishly difficult and sublimely beautiful masterpieces performed on the same evening, by the same pianist! This is more than a concert—it’s an experience of intimacy, virtuosity, and Romantic brilliance in one of London's most atmospheric venues.
Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme A – 6:00pm
Andante Spianato et Grand Polonaise
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor
Programme B – 8:00pm
Polonaise-Fantaisie
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor
Warren Mailley-Smith rose to international prominence in 2015, becoming the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete solo piano works from memory. With more than 200 performances annually, he has appeared on world-renowned stages including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and performed for the British Royal Family. His playing, praised for its warmth and charisma, makes him the perfect artist to bring Chopin’s timeless music to the heart of the holiday season.
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, under the artistic direction of Warren Mailley-Smith, has rapidly become a fixture of the UK concert scene, performing over 200 concerts annually in the country’s most prestigious venues. Known for its dazzling interpretations of the virtuoso concerto repertoire, the ensemble features some of the nation’s finest classical musicians and soloists.
Saturday 25 Oct 25
St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES
£30, £42, £48 Saturday 25th October 2025, 6:00PM - 7:00PM
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