Bach Concertos by Candlelight at St Mary Le Strand Church, London on Thursday 5th March 2026

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Bach Concertos by Candlelight

Add to my Calendar 05-03-2026 18:00 05-03-2026 20:00 36 Bach Concertos by Candlelight Step into an evening of timeless elegance as the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and guest virtuoso soloists perform a selection of J.S. Bach’s sublime concertos, illuminated by the gentle glow of candlelight.  Set in the architectural beauty of St Mary Le Strand, it's the perfect setting for Bach’s music to truly shine. Let the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach carry you away— these concertos sparkle with invention, emotional depth, and a vibrant interplay between soloist and ensemble. This is music that stirs the soul, performed with passion by some of the UK's most exceptional classical artists. An ideal way to celebrate the weekend in style, this unforgettable concert is just a short stroll from some of London’s finest bars and restaurants—perfect for rounding off a magical evening.“Stunning” – Classic FMSince its founding in 2017, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta has become one of the UK’s most in-demand ensembles, performing over 200 concerts annually in some of the nation’s most prestigious venues. Under the artistic direction of Warren Mailley-Smith, the group showcases a dynamic mix of baroque, classical, and early romantic virtuoso repertoire, performed with elegance, energy, and flair. St Mary Le Strand Church, London DD/MM/YYYY

Details

St Mary Le Strand Church
Strand
The Strand
London
WC2R 1ES
England

Thursday 5th March 2026
6:00 PM

Programme

Johann Sebastian Bach – Piano Concerto no.5 in F minor, BWV 1056
Johann Sebastian Bach – Brandenburg Concerto no.4 in G major, BWV 1049
Johann Sebastian Bach – Brandenburg Concerto no.5 in D major, BWV 1050

Performers

Warren Mailley-Smith – piano

Piccadilly Sinfonietta

Programme Note

Step into an evening of timeless elegance as the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and guest virtuoso soloists perform a selection of J.S. Bach’s sublime concertos, illuminated by the gentle glow of candlelight. Set in the architectural beauty of St Mary Le Strand, it's the perfect setting for Bach’s music to truly shine.

Let the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach carry you away— these concertos sparkle with invention, emotional depth, and a vibrant interplay between soloist and ensemble. This is music that stirs the soul, performed with passion by some of the UK's most exceptional classical artists. An ideal way to celebrate the weekend in style, this unforgettable concert is just a short stroll from some of London’s finest bars and restaurants—perfect for rounding off a magical evening.

“Stunning” – Classic FM

Since its founding in 2017, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta has become one of the UK’s most in-demand ensembles, performing over 200 concerts annually in some of the nation’s most prestigious venues. Under the artistic direction of Warren Mailley-Smith, the group showcases a dynamic mix of baroque, classical, and early romantic virtuoso repertoire, performed with elegance, energy, and flair.

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