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                                                            St Mary Le Strand Church
                                                        
                                Strand
The Strand
                                
London                                                                
WC2R 1ES                                
England                            
                        
                        
                                                
                    
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                            Prices: £30, £42, £48
                                                        
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Programme
                                                                                                                                                                                    Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata no.14 'Moonlight': 1st movement
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Camille Saint-Saens – Carnival of the Animals : Aquarium
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Johann Sebastian Bach – Prelude in C Major, BWV 846
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Erik Satie – Gnossienne no.1
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Frédéric Chopin – Berceuse, Op.57
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Frédéric Chopin – Nocturne in E flat major, Op.9 no.2
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Andante from Sonata K.281
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Franz Schubert – Impromptu in G flat major, D.899 no.3
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Claude Debussy – Suite Bergamasque: III, Clair de lune
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Robert Schumann – Romance in F sharp major, Op.28 no.2
                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Franz Liszt – Années de pèlerinage II, S.161: Sposalizio; Petrach Sonnet 104
                                                                                
                                                                                                                        
Performers
                                                            
                                                                                                                        Caroline Clipsham – piano
                                                                                                            
                                                    
Programme Note
Unwind with an enchanting evening of piano music in the serene, candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand, one of London’s most beautiful hidden gems. This relaxing recital features a handpicked selection of calming classical and romantic piano works—perfect for easing into your weekend with beauty and tranquillity.
Acclaimed pianist Caroline Clipsham brings her expressive artistry and international flair to a soothing programme that spans centuries of musical elegance—from the gentle charm of Bach and Mozart to the dreamy lyricism of Debussy and Satie. Highlights include Chopin’s beloved Nocturne in E-flat, the first movement of Beethoven’s iconic “Moonlight” Sonata, and Liszt’s impassioned Petrarch Sonnet.
Whether you’re a classical music devotee or simply looking for a peaceful evening out, this candlelit concert promises a restorative and memorable experience in a truly magical venue.
About Caroline Clipsham
Described as “a delight to ear and eye” with “a wicked sense of humour that adds to the enjoyment of her playing,” Caroline Clipsham has performed internationally—from Australia to the Arctic Circle.
A graduate of Chetham’s School of Music and the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, she later received a scholarship to the Banff Centre for the Arts in Canada. There, she studied with leading pianists such as John Perry, Gilbert Kalish, and Anton Kuerti, and performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician.
Her festival appearances include the Orford Arts Festival (Quebec), European Arts Festival (Germany), and Brighton Festival. She has also featured in a Carlton Television documentary, performing on Chopin’s original piano.
 
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