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St Giles' Cathedral
High Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1RE
Scotland
Tickets
Prices: £15 - £45
Booking line: 03336663366
Book Tickets
Programme
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata no.14 'Moonlight', Op.27 no.2
Claude Debussy – Children's Corner: 6, Cakewalk
Claude Debussy – Preludes, Book I: La Cathédral Engloutie
Claude Debussy – L'Isle Joyeuse, L.106
Frédéric Chopin – Polonaise-fantaisie in A flat major, Op.61
Performers
Yuki Negishi – piano
Programme Note
Enjoy an outstanding piano recital by candlelight in the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles Cahedral, Edinburgh. This performance 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, Yuki Negishi, it’s the perfect addition to your weekend plans. There are many good bars and restaurants nearby to complete your visit to Edinburgh.
The rare poetry and passion of the playing of Steinway Artist Yuki Negishi captivates audiences around the world. From Europe to concerts and recitals in Japan, China, Bangladesh and the USA, and over 800 performances in the UK, Yuki’s virtuosity illuminates the traditional classical repertoire and introduces listeners to the delights of little-known composers and contemporary compositions. Equally at ease on radio and TV as well as the concert platform, Yuki has been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, Scala Radio, Channel 4 and ITV and channels in Holland, France, Poland and Romania. Her recent online series of performances entitled “Piano Music by Women” was singled-out by Pianist magazine as exceptional and she has maintained an energetic virtual and live schedule, including appearances in the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Zurich Tonhalle, Absolute Classics, Blanc European Festival, Toppan Hall Tokyo, Southbank Centre and more
