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Rachmaninov by Candlelight
Experience an enchanting candlelit piano recital within the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh. This special evening offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich, passionate sound world of Sergei Rachmaninov in one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
The programme features the dramatic Piano Sonata No. 2 in its revised version, alongside a selection from the celebrated Preludes Op. 23 — works that reveal the full expressive power of Rachmaninov’s writing, from moments of intimate reflection to sweeping virtuosity. The evening also includes Tchaikovsky’s evocative October from 'The Seasons' and the dazzling Flight of the Bumblebee in Rachmaninov’s thrilling arrangement of the Rimsky-Korsakov classic.
Performed by acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, this promises to be an unforgettable evening of musical intensity, lyricism and virtuosity beneath the vaulted ceilings of one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Programme
Rachmaninov – Piano Sonata No. 2 (revised version)
Rachmaninov – Preludes Op. 23 (selection)
Tchaikovsky – October (from *The Seasons*)
Rachmaninov/Rimsky-Korsakov – Flight of the Bumblebee
About the Artist
Warren Mailley-Smith has developed a large following across the UK, with audiences drawn to his outstanding pianism, effortless technique and charismatic charm. He attracted international attention in 2015 through his remarkable achievement of performing the complete solo piano works of Chopin from memory. His career has taken him across the globe, with solo performances throughout Europe, Australia, China and the USA. He has given acclaimed recitals at Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. One of the busiest concert pianists of his generation, Warren gives over 200 performances annually and has more than 30 piano concertos in his repertoire.
The programme features the dramatic Piano Sonata No. 2 in its revised version, alongside a selection from the celebrated Preludes Op. 23 — works that reveal the full expressive power of Rachmaninov’s writing, from moments of intimate reflection to sweeping virtuosity. The evening also includes Tchaikovsky’s evocative October from 'The Seasons' and the dazzling Flight of the Bumblebee in Rachmaninov’s thrilling arrangement of the Rimsky-Korsakov classic.
Performed by acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, this promises to be an unforgettable evening of musical intensity, lyricism and virtuosity beneath the vaulted ceilings of one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks.
Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Programme
Rachmaninov – Piano Sonata No. 2 (revised version)
Rachmaninov – Preludes Op. 23 (selection)
Tchaikovsky – October (from *The Seasons*)
Rachmaninov/Rimsky-Korsakov – Flight of the Bumblebee
About the Artist
Warren Mailley-Smith has developed a large following across the UK, with audiences drawn to his outstanding pianism, effortless technique and charismatic charm. He attracted international attention in 2015 through his remarkable achievement of performing the complete solo piano works of Chopin from memory. His career has taken him across the globe, with solo performances throughout Europe, Australia, China and the USA. He has given acclaimed recitals at Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. One of the busiest concert pianists of his generation, Warren gives over 200 performances annually and has more than 30 piano concertos in his repertoire.
Saturday 31 Oct 26
St Giles Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh, Lothian EH1 1RE
£15-£45 6:15pm-7:15pm
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