Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight at St Mary Le Strand Church, London on Wednesday 31st December 2025

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Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight

Add to my Calendar 31-12-2025 19:00 31-12-2025 21:00 36 Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight Celebrate the final evening of the year with an intimate and uplifting piano recital in one of London’s most stunning hidden gems—St Mary le Strand. Nestled in the heart of the city, this elegant Baroque church will be aglow with candlelight, offering a serene and spellbinding setting for a truly memorable New Year’s Eve.Let the timeless beauty of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata set the tone for your celebrations, performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith. The programme will also include a selection of cherished classical and romantic piano works, creating a rich and emotional musical journey.Whether you're planning a night on the town or seeking a reflective and refined way to mark the occasion, this exquisite concert fits seamlessly into any New Year’s Eve itinerary. Escape the crowds, embrace the music, and welcome the New Year in unforgettable style.Warren Mailley-Smith has given solo recitals at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall, and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. A passionate chamber musician, he is the Artistic Director of the Piccadilly Chamber Music Series and Founder and Artistic Director of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta. His career has taken him across the globe, with solo performances throughout Europe, Australia, China, and the USA. He boasts a concerto repertoire of over 30 piano concertos, having made his concerto debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Warren’s growing discography has been widely praised by critics, broadcasters, and the public. His recordings are regularly featured on Classic FM and BBC Radio, with several albums selected as Classic FM’s CD of the Week. St Mary Le Strand Church, London DD/MM/YYYY

Details

St Mary Le Strand Church
Strand
The Strand
London
WC2R 1ES
England

Wednesday 31st December 2025
7:00 PM

Programme

Edvard Grieg – Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Franz Liszt – Liebesträume, S.541
Sergei Rachmaninov – Prelude in G minor, Op.23 no.5
Claude Debussy – Suite Bergamasque: III, Clair de lune
Frédéric Chopin – Prelude in D flat 'Raindrop', Op.28 no.15
Frédéric Chopin – Fantasy Impromptu, Op.66
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata no.14 'Moonlight', Op.27 no.2
George Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue

Performers

Warren Mailley-Smith – piano

Programme Note

Celebrate the final evening of the year with an intimate and uplifting piano recital in one of London’s most stunning hidden gems—St Mary le Strand. Nestled in the heart of the city, this elegant Baroque church will be aglow with candlelight, offering a serene and spellbinding setting for a truly memorable New Year’s Eve.

Let the timeless beauty of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata set the tone for your celebrations, performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith. The programme will also include a selection of cherished classical and romantic piano works, creating a rich and emotional musical journey.

Whether you're planning a night on the town or seeking a reflective and refined way to mark the occasion, this exquisite concert fits seamlessly into any New Year’s Eve itinerary. Escape the crowds, embrace the music, and welcome the New Year in unforgettable style.

Warren Mailley-Smith has given solo recitals at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall, and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. A passionate chamber musician, he is the Artistic Director of the Piccadilly Chamber Music Series and Founder and Artistic Director of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta. His career has taken him across the globe, with solo performances throughout Europe, Australia, China, and the USA. He boasts a concerto repertoire of over 30 piano concertos, having made his concerto debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Warren’s growing discography has been widely praised by critics, broadcasters, and the public. His recordings are regularly featured on Classic FM and BBC Radio, with several albums selected as Classic FM’s CD of the Week.

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