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Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
Step into the serene beauty of St Clement Danes Church, a historic and architecturally stunning landmark in the heart of London. Bathed in candlelight, this intimate setting provides the perfect atmosphere for an evening of inspiring piano music, performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Viv McLean.
This captivating programme features a carefully curated selection of beloved works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Gershwin. From the haunting lyricism of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata to the dreamy elegance of Chopin’s Nocturnes and Waltzes, the evening culminates in the vibrant rhythms and jazzy brilliance of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue.
Whether you're a classical music aficionado or discovering these masterpieces for the first time, this recital promises a night of elegance, virtuosity, and emotional depth.
Featuring:
Viv McLean (piano)
Programme:
Beethoven – Sonata in C-sharp minor Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight”
Chopin – Nocturne in E-flat Op. 9 No. 2
Chopin – Nocturne in F minor Op. 55 No. 1
Chopin – Waltz in A-flat Op. 34 No. 1
Chopin – Waltz in A minor (Posthumous)
Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat Op. 53 “Heroic”
Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue
Located just moments from the West End and Covent Garden, the concert is perfectly timed to complement your evening, with an array of excellent restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night.
This captivating programme features a carefully curated selection of beloved works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Gershwin. From the haunting lyricism of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata to the dreamy elegance of Chopin’s Nocturnes and Waltzes, the evening culminates in the vibrant rhythms and jazzy brilliance of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue.
Whether you're a classical music aficionado or discovering these masterpieces for the first time, this recital promises a night of elegance, virtuosity, and emotional depth.
Featuring:
Viv McLean (piano)
Programme:
Beethoven – Sonata in C-sharp minor Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight”
Chopin – Nocturne in E-flat Op. 9 No. 2
Chopin – Nocturne in F minor Op. 55 No. 1
Chopin – Waltz in A-flat Op. 34 No. 1
Chopin – Waltz in A minor (Posthumous)
Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat Op. 53 “Heroic”
Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue
Located just moments from the West End and Covent Garden, the concert is perfectly timed to complement your evening, with an array of excellent restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night.
Saturday 22 Nov 25
St Clement Danes, Strand, London WC2R 1DH
£48, £42, £30, £20Saturday 22nd November 2025, 6:00PM - 7:00PM
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