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Virtuoso Piano by Candlelight - feat. Flight of the Bumblebee
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of virtuosic piano music performed by the internationally acclaimed concert pianist Andrew Zolinsky. Held in the stunning, candlelit surroundings of St Mary le Strand, one of London’s most beautiful Baroque churches, this concert promises a thrilling and atmospheric musical experience.
The programme showcases masterworks of the Romantic repertoire—from the fiery brilliance of Scriabin’s études and Rachmaninov’s iconic preludes, to the lyrical poetry of Chopin and the dazzling virtuosity of Liszt. A feast of colour, passion, and technical brilliance awaits.
With a wealth of restaurants and bars just moments away, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a complete and memorable evening in the heart of London.
Featuring
Andrew Zolinsky (piano)
Programme
Scriabin — Étude in C-sharp minor, Op. 2 No. 1
Scriabin — Étude in D-sharp minor, Op. 8 No. 12
Rimsky-Korsakov / Rachmaninov — Flight of the Bumblebee
Rachmaninov — Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 3 No. 2
Rachmaninov — Prelude in G major, Op. 32 No. 5
Rachmaninov — Prelude in G minor, Op. 23 No. 5
Chopin — Nocturne in B major, Op. 32 No. 1
Chopin — Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 31
Liszt — Liebestraum No. 3
Liszt — Mephisto Waltz No. 1
The programme showcases masterworks of the Romantic repertoire—from the fiery brilliance of Scriabin’s études and Rachmaninov’s iconic preludes, to the lyrical poetry of Chopin and the dazzling virtuosity of Liszt. A feast of colour, passion, and technical brilliance awaits.
With a wealth of restaurants and bars just moments away, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a complete and memorable evening in the heart of London.
Featuring
Andrew Zolinsky (piano)
Programme
Scriabin — Étude in C-sharp minor, Op. 2 No. 1
Scriabin — Étude in D-sharp minor, Op. 8 No. 12
Rimsky-Korsakov / Rachmaninov — Flight of the Bumblebee
Rachmaninov — Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 3 No. 2
Rachmaninov — Prelude in G major, Op. 32 No. 5
Rachmaninov — Prelude in G minor, Op. 23 No. 5
Chopin — Nocturne in B major, Op. 32 No. 1
Chopin — Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 31
Liszt — Liebestraum No. 3
Liszt — Mephisto Waltz No. 1
Friday 31 July
St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1
Fri 31 Jul 2026,6:00PM - 7:00PM
£32.25 - £51.60
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