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Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight
Experience an enchanting evening of classical music bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight, set within the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Liverpool's most historic and atmospheric venues, St Georges Hall Concert Room. As the festive season draws near, this recital offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless elegance.
At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, this concert will be the perfect additional to your pre-Christmas plans this year.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith
Programme
Grieg - Wedding Day at Troldhagen
Liszt - Liebestraume
Rachmaninov - Prelude in G minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Chopin - Raindrop Prelude
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
In 2016, Warren Mailley-Smith became the first British pianist to perform all of Chopin’s solo piano works from memory in an 11-concert series at St John’s Smith Square—an achievement praised by critics as extraordinary. He has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has given numerous performances for the British Royal Family. One of the UK’s most in-demand pianists, he gave over 200 concerts last year alone.
Join us for an evening of inspiring music in a truly unforgettable setting.
At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, this concert will be the perfect additional to your pre-Christmas plans this year.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith
Programme
Grieg - Wedding Day at Troldhagen
Liszt - Liebestraume
Rachmaninov - Prelude in G minor
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Chopin - Raindrop Prelude
Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue
In 2016, Warren Mailley-Smith became the first British pianist to perform all of Chopin’s solo piano works from memory in an 11-concert series at St John’s Smith Square—an achievement praised by critics as extraordinary. He has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has given numerous performances for the British Royal Family. One of the UK’s most in-demand pianists, he gave over 200 concerts last year alone.
Join us for an evening of inspiring music in a truly unforgettable setting.
Friday 12 Dec 25
St George’s Hall Concert Room, Liverpool, Merseyside L1 1JJ
£19, £28, £38, £40 Friday 12th December 2025, 5:30PM - 6:30PM
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