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Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight

Add to my Calendar 12-12-2025 17:30 12-12-2025 19:30 36 Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight Experience an enchanting evening of classical music bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight, set within the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Liverpool's most historic and atmospheric venues, St Georges Hall Concert Room. As the festive season draws near, this recital offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless elegance.At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, this concert will be the perfect additional to your pre-Christmas plans this year.In 2016, Warren Mailley-Smith became the first British pianist to perform all of Chopin’s solo piano works from memory in an 11-concert series at St John’s Smith Square—an achievement praised by critics as extraordinary. He has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has given numerous performances for the British Royal Family. One of the UK’s most in-demand pianists, he gave over 200 concerts last year alone.Join us for an evening of inspiring music in a truly unforgettable setting. St George's Hall, Liverpool DD/MM/YYYY

Details

St George's Hall
St George's Place
Liverpool
L1 1JJ
England


Programme

Edvard GriegWedding Day at Troldhaugen
Franz LisztLiebesträume, S.541
Sergei RachmaninovPrelude in G minor, Op.23 no.5
Claude DebussySuite Bergamasque: III, Clair de lune
Frédéric ChopinPrelude in D flat 'Raindrop', Op.28 no.15
Frédéric ChopinFantasy Impromptu, Op.66
Ludwig van BeethovenPiano Sonata no.14 'Moonlight', Op.27 no.2
George GershwinRhapsody in Blue

Performers

Warren Mailley-Smith – piano

Programme Note

Experience an enchanting evening of classical music bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight, set within the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Liverpool's most historic and atmospheric venues, St Georges Hall Concert Room. As the festive season draws near, this recital offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless elegance.

At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, this concert will be the perfect additional to your pre-Christmas plans this year.

In 2016, Warren Mailley-Smith became the first British pianist to perform all of Chopin’s solo piano works from memory in an 11-concert series at St John’s Smith Square—an achievement praised by critics as extraordinary. He has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and has given numerous performances for the British Royal Family. One of the UK’s most in-demand pianists, he gave over 200 concerts last year alone.

Join us for an evening of inspiring music in a truly unforgettable setting.

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