Details
Manchester Cathedral
Victoria Street
Manchester
M3 1SX
England
Tickets
Prices: £20, £30, £40, £45
Booking line: 0333 344 6250
Book Tickets
Programme
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Concerto no.5 in E flat major 'Emperor', Op.73
~ Interval ~
Antonio Vivaldi – The Four Seasons
Performers
Victoria Lyon – violin
Warren Mailley-Smith – Piano
Programme Note
Step into the timeless beauty of Manchester Cathedral, an architectural jewel in the heart of the city - the perfect candlelit setting for an unforgettable evening of music.
Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. A cornerstone of classical music, this vivid and revolutionary work captures the essence of nature with breathtaking virtuosity and emotional power. Its influence continues to echo through centuries of music-making, and remains one of the most beloved compositions in the classical canon. The programme also includes Beethoven's masterpiece, The Emperor Piano Concerto, featuring the incredible talent of renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith.
This captivating programme, performed by the celebrated Piccadilly Sinfonietta with leading violinist Victoria Lyon, promises an evening of elegance and inspiration. With over 200 performances annually, this acclaimed ensemble—featuring some of the UK’s most gifted virtuosi—has become a mainstay on the British classical scene. Under the artistic direction of concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, the group specialises in the dazzling concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical, and early romantic periods.
'Stunning' - Classic FM
The concert is designed to fit perfectly with your evening plans, with a wealth of restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night.
