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St Giles' Cathedral
High Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1RE
Scotland
Tickets
Prices: £15, £19, £28, £38, £40
Booking line: 0333 666 4466
Book Tickets
Programme
Frédéric Chopin – Ballade no.1 in G minor, Op.23
Frédéric Chopin – Waltz in E flat major 'Grande valse brillante', Op.18
Frédéric Chopin – Berceuse, Op.57
Frédéric Chopin – Prelude in D flat 'Raindrop', Op.28 no.15
Frédéric Chopin – Nocturne in B flat minor, Op.9 no.1
Frédéric Chopin – Scherzo no.2 in B flat minor, Op.31
Frédéric Chopin – Polonaise in A major 'Military', Op.40 no.1
Frédéric Chopin – Waltz in E Minor, Op. posth
Performers
Warren Mailley-Smith – piano
Programme Note
Immerse yourself in the romantic brilliance of Frédéric Chopin, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith on a new Steinway Model B Grand Piano, in the awe-inspiring candlelit setting of St Giles’ Cathedral—the historic heart of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.
This enchanting evening features a handpicked selection of Chopin’s most beloved piano works. Whether you’re a lifelong classical enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this concert offers a moving celebration of Chopin’s genius—his music at once tender, powerful, and endlessly expressive. And in the hands of Warren Mailley-Smith, one of the UK’s leading pianists, each note shines with poetry, passion, and precision.
Warren Mailley-Smith is among the most sought-after pianists of his generation. In 2015, he made headlines as the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete solo piano works from memory in a landmark concert series. His career has taken him from Wigmore Hall to Carnegie Hall, and he has performed for members of the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. Known for his dazzling technique, expressive depth, and magnetic stage presence, Warren captivates audiences across the globe with over 200 performances annually and a repertoire spanning more than 30 piano concertos.
