Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight at Bath Abbey, Bath on Saturday 16th May 2026

Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight

Add to my Calendar 16-05-2026 19:30 16-05-2026 21:30 36 Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of Bath AbbeyThe evening begins with the noble grandeur of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as “The Emperor”. With its bold, majestic themes and virtuosic brilliance, this concerto showcases Beethoven at his most commanding and expressive. The mood then softens with Grieg’s Morning from Peer Gynt—a gentle, radiant piece that evokes the beauty of a new dawn with its lyrical charm and peaceful optimism.The concert concludes with the deeply emotional and enduringly popular Piano Concerto No. 2 by Rachmaninov. Overflowing with lush romantic melodies and dramatic intensity, it remains one of the most beloved works in the repertoire—performed here by celebrated pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, whose interpretations continue to move audiences across the UK.Performed with the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta, renowned for their artistry and exceptional performances, this is an evening of classical music not to be missed.‘Stunning’ – Classic FM Bath Abbey, Bath DD/MM/YYYY

Details

Bath Abbey
11a York Street
Bath
Somerset
BA1 1LT
England

Saturday 16th May 2026
7:30 PM

Tickets

Prices: £20, £30, £40, £45
Booking line: 0333 666 4466
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Programme

Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Concerto no.5 in E flat major 'Emperor', Op.73
Edvard Grieg – Peer Gynt suite no.1: Morning
~ Interval ~
Sergei Rachmaninov – Piano Concerto no.2, Op.18

Performers

Warren Mailley-Smith – Piano

Piccadilly Sinfonietta

Programme Note

Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of Bath Abbey

The evening begins with the noble grandeur of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as “The Emperor”. With its bold, majestic themes and virtuosic brilliance, this concerto showcases Beethoven at his most commanding and expressive. The mood then softens with Grieg’s Morning from Peer Gynt—a gentle, radiant piece that evokes the beauty of a new dawn with its lyrical charm and peaceful optimism.

The concert concludes with the deeply emotional and enduringly popular Piano Concerto No. 2 by Rachmaninov. Overflowing with lush romantic melodies and dramatic intensity, it remains one of the most beloved works in the repertoire—performed here by celebrated pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, whose interpretations continue to move audiences across the UK.

Performed with the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta, renowned for their artistry and exceptional performances, this is an evening of classical music not to be missed.

‘Stunning’ – Classic FM

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