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New Year's Eve Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Ring in the New Year with style and inspiration at a breathtaking late afternoon recital in the majestic, candlelit surroundings of Manchester Cathedral. This New Year’s Eve celebration features a glittering programme of virtuosic piano works by Chopin, Liszt, and Beethoven, performed by the brilliant British pianist Tyler Hay.
As the year draws to a close, escape the winter bustle and immerse yourself in music of profound beauty and dazzling brilliance. From the poetic elegance of Chopin’s Nocturnes to the electrifying passion of Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody, this concert offers a stirring journey through some of the most iconic and emotionally charged piano repertoire ever written.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music lover or discovering these masterpieces for the first time, this recital promises to be a thrilling and unforgettable way to end the year.
Featuring:
Tyler Hay (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Chopin - Nocturne in E flat
Chopin - Revolutionary
Chopin - Waltz in C sharp minor
Chopin - Polonaise in A flat
Chopin - Fantasie impromptu
Liszt - La Campanella
Liszt - Liebestraum No 3
Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody No 2
About Tyler Hay
Praised for his virtuosity and expressive range, Tyler Hay is one of the UK’s most exciting young pianists. He began winning national awards at just 11 years old and went on to train at the Purcell School, Royal Northern College of Music, and the Royal College of Music. His concert appearances include Wigmore Hall, Cadogan Hall, and the Queen Elizabeth Hall, where he performed Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.
Tyler has won numerous prestigious prizes, including the Royal Over-Seas League Keyboard Competition, the Liszt Society International Piano Competition, and most recently, 1st Prize at the 2022 Dudley International Piano Competition. He has released acclaimed recordings on Brilliant Classics and Navona Records, including works by Liszt and Kalkbrenner.
As the year draws to a close, escape the winter bustle and immerse yourself in music of profound beauty and dazzling brilliance. From the poetic elegance of Chopin’s Nocturnes to the electrifying passion of Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody, this concert offers a stirring journey through some of the most iconic and emotionally charged piano repertoire ever written.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music lover or discovering these masterpieces for the first time, this recital promises to be a thrilling and unforgettable way to end the year.
Featuring:
Tyler Hay (piano)
Programme
Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata
Chopin - Nocturne in E flat
Chopin - Revolutionary
Chopin - Waltz in C sharp minor
Chopin - Polonaise in A flat
Chopin - Fantasie impromptu
Liszt - La Campanella
Liszt - Liebestraum No 3
Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody No 2
About Tyler Hay
Praised for his virtuosity and expressive range, Tyler Hay is one of the UK’s most exciting young pianists. He began winning national awards at just 11 years old and went on to train at the Purcell School, Royal Northern College of Music, and the Royal College of Music. His concert appearances include Wigmore Hall, Cadogan Hall, and the Queen Elizabeth Hall, where he performed Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.
Tyler has won numerous prestigious prizes, including the Royal Over-Seas League Keyboard Competition, the Liszt Society International Piano Competition, and most recently, 1st Prize at the 2022 Dudley International Piano Competition. He has released acclaimed recordings on Brilliant Classics and Navona Records, including works by Liszt and Kalkbrenner.
Thursday 31 December
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester M3 1SX
5:30pm-6:30pm£20 -£50
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