Enjoy an outstanding musical evening with a breathtaking programme of Chopin's piano masterpieces in the stunning candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand. Featuring renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith this is guaranteed to be a musical experience to remember!
A complimentary champagne reception is included from 30mins before the 8pm start. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night.
Pianist
Warren Mailley-Smith
Programme
(All Frederic Chopin)
Ballade No. 1
Berceuse
Raindrop Prelude
Nocturne in B flat minor
Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor
'Military' Polonaise in A major
Waltz in E minor (Op posthumous)
Waltz in E flat major
Warren Mailley-Smith has developed a large following across the UK, with audiences warming to his outstanding pianism, effortless technique and charismatic charm. He made waves in the music world in 2015 through his extraordinary achievement of performing the complete solo works of Chopin. His career has taken him all over the world, with solo performances in Australia, Europe and most recently solo tours in China and the USA. He has given acclaimed solo recitals at The Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. One of the busiest concert pianists of his generation and gave over 100 solo performances in 2022. He has 30 piano concertos in his repertoire, having made his concerto debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Warren’s growing discography has made an impact on critics, broadcasters and the public alike. His recordings have been featured by Classic FM as CD of the Week and his recordings are featured regularly on Classic FM and the BBC. He is currently recording the complete works of Chopin over a 4-year period for a 12-disc set for Sleeveless Records. Warren studied with some of the world’s leading pedagogues, including Peter Feuchtwanger, Ronald Smith and John Barstow at The Royal College Of Music.
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Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight
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Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight
St Mary Le Strand Church
London